The Triniyah Podcast

In this week’s episode of Connecticut Real Estate Market Weekly Insights, we dive into the latest housing market data for single-family homes across the state. As of June 2025, the median sale price rose to $465,000, marking a 6.3% year-over-year increase, even as sales dipped by 3%. Buyer demand remains strong, with homes selling in a median of 14 days, and 36% of homes still selling over asking—though bidding wars are softening. ...

In this episode of The Triniyah Podcast, we take a deep dive into the resurgence of multigenerational households and examine why more families are choosing to live under one roof. From economic pressures like rising home costs to cultural traditions and caregiving responsibilities, we uncover the key factors that are shaping this lifestyle shift. We discuss demographic trends across generations, the benefits and challenges of shari...

This episode of The Triniyah Podcast dives deep into Connecticut’s proposed affordable housing bill, a major piece of legislation aimed at increasing housing supply and modernizing zoning laws. We explore why affordable housing has become such a critical issue in the state, and how the “Towns Take the Lead” initiative proposes to incentivize local governments to build more accessible housing. We explain what transit-oriented develo...

In this timely episode of The Triniyah Podcast, we unpack Moody’s recent downgrade of the United States credit outlook and explore how it could impact the real estate landscape. We start by explaining why Moody’s made the change, highlighting the rising national debt, political gridlock, and fiscal instability that contributed to the decision.

From there, we clarify what a credit rating is and why changes to the U.S. government’s fi...

In this episode of The Triniyah Podcast, we break down the latest April 2025 data on the Connecticut condo market. While total sales dropped slightly year-over-year, prices continued to rise modestly, with the median sale price reaching $291,000. Properties are still moving quickly, especially in the $200,000–$399,000 range, which remains the most competitive segment with low inventory and high demand. The average sale price was 2....

In this episode of The Triniyah Podcast, we explore one of the most pressing challenges in real estate today: the nationwide shortage of existing homes for sale. While rising mortgage rates often dominate headlines, it’s the freeze in listings—from homeowners locked into ultra-low interest rates—that’s reshaping the entire housing landscape.

We dive into the root causes of the inventory dilemma, including why so many potential selle...

In this episode of The Triniyah Podcast, we explore how the March 2025 labor market data from the Connecticut Department of Labor connects directly to the housing market. We examine what a slight drop in nonfarm employment means for housing demand, how shifts in the construction industry are affecting home availability, and why employers are struggling to attract workers due to high housing costs. We also look at creative local sol...

In this episode of Connecticut Real Estate Market Weekly Insights, we cover a wide range of market updates designed to help buyers, sellers, investors, and renters stay informed. We start with detailed sales data on Connecticut's two-, three-, and four-family properties, highlighting median and average prices, days on market, and sales-to-list price ratios. Listeners will also hear an in-depth breakdown of current rental market tre...

Rental prices are shifting across the country, and Connecticut is no exception. In this episode, we begin with a breakdown of national rental trends, including the 21-month streak of declining rents and the impact of new multifamily construction on affordability. We then pivot to the latest data from SmartMLS, highlighting statewide figures such as the $2,200 median rent, increased leasing activity, and rising price per square foot...

In this week’s Connecticut Real Estate Market Weekly Insights, the Triniyah Podcast unpacks April 2025 market data from SmartMLS, focusing exclusively on single-family homes across Connecticut. The episode starts with county-level comparisons of median sale prices, with Fairfield, Hartford, and New Haven counties leading the way in price growth. Listeners will learn the key difference between median and average pricing, and how Day...

In this week’s episode of Connecticut Real Estate Market Weekly Insights, we break down April 2025 housing data across Connecticut, including the latest on home sales, pricing trends, inventory, buyer demand, and price reductions. Median sale price increased 7.1% year-over-year to $455,000, while the median days on market dropped to just 15—signaling a sharp rise in buyer activity. Homes sold for an average of 2.1% over asking stat...

We start by diving into the state's condo market, where the average sale price reached $344,196 in March, marking a 1.7% year-over-year increase. We explain how the median days on market (15 days) reflects strong buyer demand, and we discuss why sellers still hold a slight advantage — although pricing correctly remains critical. We also break down the stark contrast between lower-priced and luxury condos, and how buyers and sellers...

In this episode of The Triniyah Podcast, we take a deep dive into Zillow’s April 2025 national housing market forecast, which predicts a 1.9% decline in home values, a modest rise in existing home sales, and continued challenges with affordability. We explore the ripple effects of high mortgage rates, growing inventory, and shifting buyer behavior—and explain how these trends are shaping both the for-sale and rental markets. While ...

In this week’s episode of Connecticut Real Estate Market Weekly Insights, we dive deep into multifamily property trends in Hartford and New Haven counties. We break down average sale prices, days on market, price per square foot, and sale-to-list ratios for 2-, 3-, and 4-family homes, offering practical insights for both investors and owner-occupants.

We also explore a proposed 10-lot residential subdivision on Bee Street in Meriden...

In this episode of The Triniyah Podcast, we explore the significant 14.2% drop in U.S. single-family housing starts and what this decline signals for the broader real estate market. We explain the economic forces behind the slowdown, including the role of rising import tariffs that have added nearly $11,000 to the cost of building a new home. You'll learn how these added costs are shaping builder decisions, tightening housing suppl...

The 2025 housing market is heating up, and sellers are feeling confident. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the latest Realtor.com Sellers Survey to understand why 81% of homeowners believe they’ll get their asking price—or more—and what that means for the Connecticut market. We explore the top reasons people are selling, from lifestyle changes to financial pressure, and discuss how many are preparing their homes through re...

In this week’s episode of The Triniyah Podcast, we break down the most important updates shaping the Connecticut real estate market as of April 14, 2025:

🏡 Local Market Update

New Haven & Hartford Counties saw modest year-over-year price growth with continued strong competition.

New Haven County average sale price: $473,705 (+1.8%)

Hartford County average sale price: $415,361 (+0.5%)

Median Days on Market: Homes in Hartford sold faster...

In this episode of Connecticut Real Estate Market Weekly Insights, we break down the latest data and trends shaping the local and national housing markets. March 2025 saw the average single-family home price in Connecticut climb to over $604,000, up 11% from last year, while the number of homes sold dropped by 5.8%, reflecting tight inventory and affordability challenges. Homes continue to sell quickly, with a median of just 20 day...

In this week’s episode of Connecticut Real Estate Market Weekly Insights, we break down the latest Connecticut housing data and explore the broader economic factors shaping the market. February saw 1,924 single-family homes and condos sold, with 422 of them undergoing price drops—averaging 7%—and a growing number of active listings seeing 10% reductions. This indicates that some sellers may be overpricing and adjusting downward aft...