If timing matters to your move, the recent pace gives you a practical benchmark.
If you need to know whether waiting will make your move easier, I would focus first on pace. In Saint John, IN, a typical home took 19 days to sell last month, so the homes that fit the market are still moving on a fairly brisk timeline.
Speed matters because it shapes how prepared you need to be before you step in. Last month, there were 28 sales and 94 active listings in Saint John, IN, and recent offers landed at about 99% of asking. That tells me serious homes were still finding buyers without much discounting.
For someone planning a purchase, the takeaway is not to rush blindly. Supply stood at 3.62 months last month, which gives you more breathing room than an ultra-tight market, but the 19-day typical sale timeline says hesitation can still cost you the right house. I would walk into this market expecting choice, but not endless time.
Get fully clear on your price ceiling before you tour. Narrow your must-haves so you can act quickly when the right home appears. When a home checks the right boxes, be ready to write cleanly and realistically.
