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Breaking Down Hobart, IN’s Market Activity: January 2026 Recap

Published on Sunday, January 11, 2026
Nicki Barnett
RE/MAX Executives
Focus areas include Chesterton, Crown Point, De Motte, Hebron, Hobart, Kouts, Monticello, Portage, Valparaiso and Wheatfield, along with surrounding towns, communities and neighborhoods.
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Halfway through January, Hobart, IN agents are tracking a dynamic balance of listings and closing activity. Are your buyers and sellers capitalizing on the mid month trends that shape timely results?

Key anchors this week include affordable homes in Hobart, IN this January 2026, January 2026 listing recap Hobart, IN, and is it a good time to buy in Hobart, IN?, which help drive deep engagement with current market shifts.

January’s Numbers: Where the Market Moves

Sixty five active listings anchor the market, with absorption holding strong at fifty three percent. Median sales prices are $212,000 for detached homes and $187,000 for attached, setting clear benchmarks for client expectations. Entry-level homes are moving in only 21 days while premium properties spend up to 48 days on market. These figures matter for both negotiation and offer timing, allowing agents to adjust strategies for each segment this January 2026.

List-to-sale ratios above 98 percent and rare price reductions mean sellers see returns close to asking price. For buyers, prompt action and realistic bids are the route to success—preapproval is increasingly essential. Using these insights, Nicki Barnett connects clients with the right opportunity every time.

Active Trends and Performance Factors

Looking deeper, a months of supply rate at 1.9 keeps the market in seller-leaning territory while still offering options. The $146 per square foot for single-family homes and $129 for attached properties provides a useful price comparison for those ready to make a move now. The fluid balance of new listings and closing activity means every week brings shifts worth monitoring.

From Questions to Keys in Hobart, IN

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Key Takeaways for Buyers and Sellers

  • 65 active listings
  • Median detached sale: $212,000; attached: $187,000
  • Entry tier DOM: 21 days; premium: up to 48 days
  • List-to-sale ratio above 98 percent
  • Months of supply: 1.9

Market Activity Recap and Next Steps

Nicki Barnett delivers timely, data grounded guidance for all market participants. Leverage the latest stats to navigate mid January with clarity and efficiency—whether you’re buying, selling, or strategizing for the next market turn.

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