Last month, I was concerned and preached the notion of waiting to see how February shook out so we can look at a bigger sample size…well, I still feel the same way, but the sales data from February continued the downward trend.

It is definitely not time to panic, and looking at all of the first quarter of 2026 will allow a broader look at a larger sample size where real trends will be more visible.

A downward trend in the market isn’t always a bad thing. If you are considering purchasing for the first time here in the Sun City communities, this may be an opportunity you will not see again. The increases in homes for sale mean you have more options to choose from, and less competition, which provides a chance to negotiate a better deal on a home. Be sure to subscribe so you can see how the data look for the month of March.

If data tables & charts are your thing, you can see the entire March Market Report by Sun City Real Estate News.

The Sun City Real Estate News is a real estate newsletter focused on the communities of Sun City, Sun City West & The Grand, and will be published each month with data & insight on what is happening in the market. From a quick snapshot to a deep dive of relevant data, the Sun City Real Estate News will help keep you informed and up to date.

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J.D. Manning, publisher of the Sun City Scoop, is a licensed Realtor with My Home Group Real Estate, LLC, and he specializes in the Sun City Communities.

You can reach him direct at (480) 797-8975