The Treasure Valley housing market picked up speed heading into fall, with both Ada and Canyon counties posting healthy year-over-year sales gains in August — and homes moving faster than they were a year ago.
Ada County: Prices Rise, Homes Sell Faster
Ada County recorded 955 single-family home sales in August, a 14.8% increase over the same month last year. Alongside that volume growth, the median sales price for existing homes climbed to $595,000 — up 6.9% year-over-year — signaling that demand isn’t just broad, it’s pushing values upward.
Perhaps the sharpest data point: average days on market dropped to 37 days, a 9.8% decrease from August 2025. Homes are moving quicker, and buyers are feeling it. Available inventory tightened slightly to 2.4 months of supply.
The takeaway: Ada County is accelerating. Sellers are in a strong position, and buyers who hesitate risk watching their options shrink.
Canyon County: Faster Sales, Steady Value Growth
Canyon County posted 472 sales in August, up 7.3% year-over-year, with a median sales price of $443,100 — a 3.2% gain over last August. Like Ada County, homes are selling significantly faster: average days on market fell to 42 days, a 14.3% drop year-over-year. Inventory held relatively steady at 2.6 months.
The speed-to-sale improvement is the headline here. Canyon County homes are spending less time on market than they were a year ago, which reflects growing buyer urgency in what remains the Treasure Valley’s most accessible price tier.
The takeaway: Canyon County continues to offer real value relative to Ada, and competition is tightening as buyers recognize it
What This Means for the Treasure Valley
Both counties are moving in the same direction: more sales, higher prices, and faster closings. With inventory still well below a balanced market threshold of 4–6 months, supply constraints aren’t going away — and that’s continuing to put upward pressure on values heading into Q4.
Whether you’re buying or selling this fall, the window to act strategically is now. Our team tracks these numbers monthly so you have the local intelligence you need to make a confident move.
Data provided by Intermountain Multiple Listing Service. Single-family residential resale homes only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Treasure Valley housing market still active in August 2026? ▸
Yes. Ada and Canyon counties combined for 1,427 single-family home sales in August 2026, with both counties posting year-over-year gains in volume, price, and speed of sale.
What is the median home price in Ada County in August 2026? ▸
The median sales price for existing single-family homes in Ada County was $595,000 in August 2026, up 6.9% year-over-year, according to Intermountain MLS data.
What is the median home price in Canyon County in August 2026? ▸
The median sales price for existing single-family homes in Canyon County was $443,100 in August 2026, up 3.2% year-over-year — roughly $152,000 below Ada County’s median.
How many homes sold in Ada County in August 2026? ▸
Ada County recorded 955 single-family home sales in August 2026, a 14.8% increase over August 2025.
How many homes sold in Canyon County in August 2026? ▸
Canyon County recorded 472 single-family home sales in August 2026, a 7.3% increase over August 2025.
How long does it take to sell a home in Ada County right now? ▸
Homes in Ada County averaged 37 days on market in August 2026 — nearly 10% faster than August 2025 — reflecting increased buyer urgency and tightening supply.
How long does it take to sell a home in Canyon County right now? ▸
Homes in Canyon County averaged 42 days on market in August 2026, down 14.3% from the same month last year — the largest speed-to-sale improvement in the Treasure Valley this month.
How much housing inventory is available in the Treasure Valley? ▸
As of August 2026, Ada County has 2.4 months of available inventory and Canyon County has 2.6 months — both well below the 4–6 months typically associated with a balanced market.
Is it a buyer’s or seller’s market in the Treasure Valley in August 2026? ▸
The market favors sellers. With inventory below 3 months in both counties, homes are selling faster than last year and prices are rising — conditions that give well-priced listings a strong advantage.
Where is the most affordable place to buy a home in the Treasure Valley? ▸
Canyon County remains the most affordable option in the Treasure Valley, with a median resale price of $443,100 in August 2026 — compared to $595,000 in Ada County.
Should I sell my home in the Treasure Valley this fall? ▸
August data points to a favorable window for sellers heading into fall. Homes are selling faster than a year ago in both counties, inventory is tight, and prices are appreciating — conditions that support strong outcomes for well-prepared listings.
Are home prices still rising in the Treasure Valley in 2026? ▸
Yes. In August 2026, median prices rose 6.9% year-over-year in Ada County and 3.2% in Canyon County, continuing a steady appreciation trend across the Treasure Valley.
