2025 Mid-Year Luxury Real Estate Market Report: What High-End Buyers & Sellers Need to Know

Real Estate Is Still a Safe Haven for Wealth in 2025

The Coldwell Banker Global Luxury® 2025 Mid-Year Report is here and it delivers the kind of deep insights today’s luxury buyers and sellers are demanding. Backed by exclusive data across 120 top U.S. markets and insights from over 200 elite Coldwell Banker® Luxury Property Specialists, this report offers a clear, concise pulse on where luxury real estate stands and where it’s heading next.

Even amid continued economic pressures, high-net-worth individuals are holding strong in their real estate strategies. Many continue to view luxury property as a long-term, tangible asset a safe haven that provides both lifestyle and financial security.

What’s Driving Today’s Luxury Market?

Here are a few of the most notable luxury real estate trends shaping the second half of 2025 and beyond:

1. Real Estate Is Still a Cornerstone of Wealth Strategy

Luxury real estate remains a favored asset class. According to the report, 68% of Luxury Property Specialists say their clients are maintaining or increasing their holdings. Cash purchases a hallmark of affluent market activity are also holding steady or rising, with 96% of specialists reporting consistent all-cash trends.

2. "Smart Luxury" Is In: Two Types of Buyers Emerge

A split in buyer behavior is becoming more defined:

• The “No-Compromise Buyer”: Willing to pay top dollar for fully turnkey, move-in-ready homes in top-tier locations.

• The “Smart Buyer”: More value-conscious, willing to compromise on location or condition if the numbers make sense.

3. Inventory Is Rising—But Quality Still Wins

Luxury home inventory has increased significantly up 40.4% for single-family homes and 42.6% for attached properties. This means more opportunity for buyers, but not necessarily discounted pricing. High-quality, well-positioned homes are still commanding top dollar.

4. Move-Up Buyers Are Entering the Luxury Tier

Thanks to a 47% increase in home prices over the last five years, many homeowners now have the equity to "move up" into the luxury space. This trend is helping fuel demand in the $1M–$2.5M range, especially in strong markets like Weston, Southwest Ranches, and Broward County.

5. Generational Wealth Transfer Is Shaping the Market

Millennial and Gen Z buyers are making waves, seeking tech-forward, sustainable, and flexible luxury homes. Nearly 43% of surveyed agents report increased purchases by younger generations buyers who often arrive with cash in hand and clear expectations for modern living.

By the Numbers: Luxury Market Performance So Far

• Single-family luxury home sales rose 1.7% year-over-year and 9.0% over 2023

• Attached luxury homes posted an 8.4% YoY price increase, and 16.5% over 2023

• Median prices for single-family luxury homes are up 1.8% YoY

• Inventory is at a 2-year high, bringing more opportunity, but only for those ready to act strategically

Key Takeaways for Sellers and Buyers in 2025

• Sellers: If your property is well-prepared, marketed strategically, and priced right, you’re still in a strong position, especially with cash buyers actively looking for quality.

• Buyers: You have more selection now than we’ve seen in the past two years, but the best homes are still going quickly. Understanding what drives value in today’s market is critical.

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About the Author

Denice Landaeta is a trusted real estate advisor with Coldwell Banker Global Luxury, specializing in high-end properties across Weston and Broward County. With a track record of record-breaking sales and white-glove service, Denice helps discerning buyers and sellers navigate the luxury market with confidence and clarity.

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