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Chattanooga Real Estate Forecast 2026: Blake's Bold Predictions
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- Jan 15, 2026
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- 1065
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Summary
In this episode of Let’s Talk Chattanooga Real Estate, host Blake Watson breaks down the latest Chattanooga MLS data to explain where the local housing market has been and where it may be headed in 2026. Looking back at 2025 and comparing historical trends, Blake walks through inventory levels, days on market, sales activity, home prices, and mortgage interest rates. He also shares realistic expectations for buyers, sellers, and homeowners as the market continues to shift toward a more balanced environment. Key Topics Covered: An overview of Chattanooga real estate market conditions entering 2026 Residential inventory growth and what it means for buyers and sellers Year over year comparison of active listings from 2024 to 2025 Historical inventory context going back to pre-pandemic levels Average days on market trends and slowing sales pace Months of inventory and what defines a balanced market Annual home sales totals and whether demand is declining Median sales price trends and sustainable appreciation Why homeownership continues to matter for long term wealth Mortgage interest rate expectations for 2026 Why a housing price crash is unlikely in Chattanooga Predictions for inventory growth and buyer activity How to think about real estate decisions using local data instead of national headlines Market Highlights Mentioned: Active listings increased approximately 21 percent from 2024 to 2025 Inventory levels are similar to those last seen around 2016 Average days on market increased from roughly 51 to 65 days The market has shifted from a strong seller’s market to a balanced market Annual home sales declined slightly by about 1.7 percent Median home prices continue to rise at a sustainable pace Mortgage rates ended 2025 near 6 percent with expectations of stability Who…