Yuma ranked one of the top 20 best U.S. housing markets for first-time homebuyers in 2025
Danyelle Burke North
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – Now might just be the perfect time to buy a home, especially for first time buyers. A recent study by SmartAsset ranks Yuma one of the top 20 best U.S. housing markets for first-time homebuyers this year.
Local realtor Kassandra Carrazco shares a few reasons why people might be so drawn to the area.
“In comparison to other areas, and then the major metros that we’re near like Phoenix and San Diego, we are so much more affordable and the quality of life too you know, it’s a slower pace. I complain of the traffic, but you know the traffic compared to those bigger cities, I can be anywhere in 20 minutes,” said Carrazco.
The study shows the median sale price in Yuma is around $306,083.
“In Yuma, the average days on market, and this is from list to close, is right under 90 days,” said Carrazco. “So if you’re a seller, if you’re not getting under contract within that first week like maybe we got used to during the pandemic, it’s taken about 45 days to go under contract and another 45 days to close on that.”
For first time home buyers, Carrazco suggests doing a home inspection and finding a good advisor and real estate agent to help guide you.
“Really do your research on not only the areas like we discussed, but also the numbers. Right on how long has a home been on the market? Can I negotiate a lower price? Can I negotiate maybe some more closing costs from the seller,” suggested Carrazco.