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Willow Glen 95125 Real Estate Market: 2025 Year-End Update & 2026 Outlook
Happy New Year, Willow Glen!
With 2025 officially behind us, it’s a good time to look at where the Willow Glen 95125 real estate market finished the year—and, more importantly, what the latest numbers could mean if you’re considering buying or selling a home in 2026.
The year-end market showed signs of changing conditions. Homes weren’t necessarily moving at the same pace we saw during some of the more competitive periods, while available inventory across San Jose improved compared with the previous year.
But does that mean Willow Glen has suddenly become a buyer’s market?
Not quite.
Here’s what buyers and sellers should know as we head into 2026.
Willow Glen Housing Market: December 2025 at a Glance
December’s numbers point to a market that’s becoming a little more nuanced.
Homes are taking longer to sell than they did during some of the fastest periods of the market, and buyers may have more time to evaluate certain properties.
At the same time, inventory remains an important part of the Willow Glen story.
Across San Jose, Realtor.com reported 456 active listings in December 2025, an increase of 25.6% compared with December 2024.
More inventory can give buyers additional choices, but Willow Glen remains a property-specific market. Well-positioned homes can still attract significant interest.
Are Willow Glen Home Prices Coming Down?
This is where it’s especially important to look beyond one headline number.
Median prices can move significantly from month to month depending on the mix of properties that sold. A month with more luxury or larger homes closing can push the median higher, while a different mix of properties can pull it lower.
That’s why I don’t recommend using a single month’s median price to determine what an individual Willow Glen home is worth.
If you’re buying, recent comparable sales for homes similar to the property you’re considering will generally tell you much more.
And if you’re selling, the same principle applies when deciding how to position your home.
Buyers May Have Something They Haven’t Had Much of: Time
One of the more interesting shifts heading into 2026 is that some buyers may have a little more breathing room.
That doesn’t mean desirable Willow Glen properties won’t receive multiple offers or sell quickly. They absolutely can.
But when a property stays on the market longer, buyers may have additional opportunity to understand the disclosures, analyze comparable sales and think carefully about their offer strategy.
And that’s valuable.
The goal shouldn’t be to rush into an offer simply because you’re afraid another buyer will get the house.
The goal is to make a competitive offer that still makes sense for you.
Does More Inventory Give Willow Glen Buyers More Leverage?
Potentially—but leverage depends heavily on the individual property.
A home that’s newly listed, appropriately priced and attracting substantial interest is very different from a property that’s been available for several weeks without selling.
That’s why buyers should pay attention to more than the asking price.
Days on market, recent price changes, comparable sales, property condition, disclosure information and the amount of competing interest can all help inform an offer strategy.
If a property has been sitting longer, there may be an opportunity to discuss price or other terms.
If a property has just hit the market and already has significant interest, the strategy may look completely different.
Willow Glen Sellers: Strategic Pricing Matters in 2026
For sellers, the market is sending an equally important message.
Pricing based on what you hope your home is worth isn’t a strategy.
Buyers have access to more information than ever, and when inventory increases, they may have more properties to compare.
A home that enters the market positioned appropriately can create urgency and competition.
A home that starts too high may sit longer and eventually require a price adjustment.
That doesn’t mean sellers need to underprice their homes. It means the pricing strategy should be based on the property, current competition, recent comparable sales and what buyers are actually doing in today’s market.
Is Willow Glen Still a Seller’s Market?
I wouldn’t make this determination from one statistic alone.
Willow Glen continues to see demand, particularly for homes that align well with what current buyers are seeking. But conditions can vary considerably by property type, price range, location and condition.
That’s why broad descriptions such as “buyer’s market” or “seller’s market” don’t always tell you what you need to know about the particular home you’re buying or selling.
If you’re considering a move, look at the most recent data for your specific segment of the market.
What Could the 2026 Willow Glen Housing Market Look Like?
Rather than trying to predict exactly where prices or mortgage rates will be months from now, I think buyers and sellers are better served by focusing on the factors they can actually evaluate and control.
For buyers, that’s your budget, financing, preferred location, property requirements and offer strategy.
For sellers, that’s your timing, preparation, pricing, presentation and marketing strategy.
Markets change. Forecasts change.
A good real estate decision should still make sense for your particular circumstances even when the market doesn’t follow the forecast.
Thinking About Buying or Selling in Willow Glen in 2026?
Online averages are helpful for understanding the broader market, but Willow Glen real estate can vary considerably from one property—and sometimes one street—to another.
If you’re wondering what homes similar to yours are actually selling for, or you’re trying to determine how competitive you need to be as a buyer, let’s look at the numbers that apply to your situation.
Thinking about buying or selling in Willow Glen in 2026? Contact me and let’s talk about your next move.
Michelle Elliott | Coldwell Banker Realty | DRE #01777533
408-839-7915 | Michelle@michelleelliottrealtor.com
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About the Author – Michelle Elliott
With over 20 years of experience navigating the fast-paced Silicon Valley market, I provide a strategic, results-driven approach to residential real estate. My career is built on a foundation of deep local expertise and a relentless commitment to my clients’ success, resulting in over $235 million in lifetime sales volume and a consistent ranking in the top 3% of agents in Santa Clara County and top 2% at Coldwell Banker. My expertise has been featured on KTVU Fox 2, Real Producers and the Willow Glen Resident. She is also the co-host of the San Jose Podcast “Say What You Want About Real Estate”
A Hyper-Local Expert with Global Reach
I specialize in San Jose, in the neighborhoods of Willow Glen (95125 & 95124) Cambrian Park and Almaden, Downtown San Jose/Japantown (95112) markets. As a certified Luxury Property Specialist with Coldwell Banker Realty, I combine high-end marketing strategies with granular neighborhood knowledge to help my clients achieve premium results.
The “Tiger” at the Negotiating Table
My clients have characterized me as a “tiger” at the negotiating table who remains “sweet and patient” with my clients throughout the process. I pride myself on being a fierce advocate for my buyers and sellers, ensuring the best possible terms in every transaction, and I strive to be the best Realtor in 95125! This balance, drive, and tenacity have earned me consistent 5-star ratings across Google, Zillow, Realtor.com, and Yelp.
Michelle Elliott
Michelle@michelleelliottrealtor.com
1712 Meridian Ave, Ste C, San Jose, CA
DRE 01777533
