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U.S. Homeownership Tenure Reaches 25-Year High, Sellers Average 8.39 Years
Homeowners who sold their properties in the third quarter of 2025 held onto them for an average of 8.39 years, the longest such span in at least 25 years, said real-estate analytics firm ATTOM Data Solutions on October 21.
ATTOM reported that the average tenure rose from 8.13 years in the prior quarter and was boosted by a combination of high mortgage rates, limited housing inventory and homeowners opting to delay moves.
The data show that in Massachusetts, homeowners who sold during the quarter averaged 12.91 years in their homes — the longest in the nation.
Industry analysts say the trend reflects fewer people listing homes in a market where refinancing remains unattractive, and those who do are holding longer to build equity before selling.
The longer homeownership tenure reflects a mix of factors shaping the 2025 housing market,” ATTOM stated.
While longer tenures may signal stability for existing homeowners, the report also highlights supply-side pressure. Fewer home sales and longer ownership spells reduce turnover, which can limit opportunities for first-time buyers and contribute to affordability challenges.
