The Triniyah Podcast

In this July 21, 2025 episode of Connecticut Real Estate Market Weekly Insights, we deliver a comprehensive look at the Connecticut multi-family housing market and how local and national developments may impact real estate investors, homeowners, buyers, and sellers.

Multi-Family Market Performance (April 1 – July 20, 2025):

Sales Volume: 880 statewide multi-family transactions, down 1.6% from the same period last year.

Pricing: Median...

In this July 14, 2025 episode of The Triniyah Podcast, we take a deep dive into the current state of the single-family housing market across New Haven, Hartford, Middlesex, Fairfield, and Litchfield Counties. June saw a total of 2,234 single-family sales statewide, with the strongest growth in Fairfield County and notable activity in towns like Meriden, West Hartford, and Hamden. Median sale prices remain high across all five count...

In this episode of Connecticut Real Estate Market Weekly Insights, we examine how the Connecticut housing market performed in June 2025, focusing specifically on single-family homes. The median sale price reached $500,000—up 6.4% from last year—while the number of homes sold rose nearly 5% year over year. The average sale price topped $688,000, with homes selling for an average of 4.5% over asking and spending a median of just 13 d...

In this week's Connecticut Real Estate Market Weekly Insights, we start with an in-depth look at how the rental market is performing across the state. In May, Connecticut saw 1,123 residential leases signed—a 6.7% increase year-over-year—showing strong demand despite rising prices. The median rent is now $2,200, up 2.3% from last year, and renters are paying near the asking price, suggesting slightly improved negotiation leverage. ...

In this week's episode of Connecticut Real Estate Market Weekly Insights, we provide a detailed look at how the Connecticut condo market is performing as of May 2025. Condo prices continue to rise, with the median sale price reaching $305,000 and the average sale price hitting $374,000. However, buyer urgency is cooling—units are taking longer to sell, and over-asking bids are slightly down from last year. We explain the difference...

In this timely episode, we take a closer look at the Fed’s June 2025 decision to hold interest rates steady for the fourth consecutive time. We explain what this move means in simple terms, why the Fed is being cautious about inflation and the job market, and how it all affects mortgage rates and real estate activity. You’ll learn what to expect in the coming months, how to plan if you're thinking about buying or selling, and the k...

In this episode of Connecticut Real Estate Market Weekly Insights, we start with a detailed analysis of the multi-family housing market across Central Connecticut, focusing on Meriden, New Haven, Waterbury, New Britain, and Hartford. The discussion covers median sale prices—explaining why the median is a more reliable market indicator than the average—along with insights into Cumulative Days on Market versus standard DOM, and why C...

In this week’s Connecticut Real Estate Market Weekly Insights, we focus on single-family home trends across five key counties: New Haven, Hartford, Middlesex, Fairfield, and New London. Statewide, May 2025 saw 1,949 single-family home sales—up 2.7% year-over-year. Fairfield County remained the most expensive, with a median sale price of $825,000, while Hartford County saw a strong 12.6% increase in sales volume. Median days on mark...

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...