What Did the Scottsdale and Fountain Hills Housing Market Do in October 2026?

The short answer: In October 2026, more homes came on the market in both Scottsdale and Fountain Hills, and median sold prices rose slightly from September. Scottsdale’s median sold price was $950,000 with 2,356 homes for sale. Fountain Hills’ median sold price was $709,500 with 276 homes for sale. Buyers have more options than they did a month ago, and sellers are seeing pricing and preparation matter more.

Grab your coffee (or your tea). Here’s what the numbers say, in plain English.

Key takeaways

• Inventory is up in both cities. Scottsdale active listings rose 17.1% from September. Fountain Hills rose 13.6%.
• Prices held steady. The median sold price ticked up 2.2% in Scottsdale and 1.4% in Fountain Hills.
• Scottsdale homes sold faster. Average days on market dropped by 7 days, to 94.
• Fountain Hills homes took longer. Average days on market rose by 8 days, to 107.
• Months of supply climbed. Scottsdale reached 5.47 months and Fountain Hills reached 7.26 months.

October 2026 at a glance

	Scottsdale	Fountain Hills
Homes for sale (active listings)	2,356 (up 17.1%)	276 (up 13.6%)
New listings	1,000 (up 16.4%)	95 (up 10.5%)
Homes sold	431 (down 4.9%)	38 (up 8.6%)
Under contract (pending)	559 (down 1.6%)	39 (no change)
Median sold price	$950,000 (up 2.2%)	$709,500 (up 1.4%)
Average sold price	$1,312,237 (up 2.7%)	$851,874 (down 0.9%)
Median new list price	$1,100,000 (up 7.3%)	$799,950 (down 0.9%)
Average days on market	94 (7 days faster)	107 (8 days slower)
Months of supply	5.47 (was 4.44)	7.26 (was 6.94)

All changes compare October 2026 to September 2026.

Scottsdale housing market: October 2026

Scottsdale had 2,356 homes for sale in October. That’s the most since April 2026, when there were 2,588.

Sellers were busy. One thousand new listings hit the market, up 16.4% from September. At the same time, closed sales dipped slightly to 431.

Prices didn’t flinch. The median sold price rose to $950,000, and the homes that sold did it about a week faster than the month before.

Here’s a number worth noticing: the median new list price was $1,100,000, which is well above the $950,000 median sold price. Those are two different groups of homes, so it’s not an apples-to-apples comparison. But it’s a good reminder that what sellers ask and what buyers pay aren’t always the same number.

Fountain Hills housing market: October 2026

Fountain Hills had 276 homes for sale in October, the most since February 2026.

Sales picked up. Thirty-eight homes sold, up from 35 in September. The median sold price came in at $709,500, up 1.4%.

The trade-off was time. Homes that sold in October averaged 107 days on market, which is 8 days longer than September.

One thing to keep in mind with Fountain Hills: it’s a small market. When only 38 homes sell in a month, a handful of sales can swing the percentages. I always look at a few months together before calling anything a trend.

What is months of supply, and why does it matter?

Months of supply is how long it would take to sell every home currently on the market at the current pace of sales, if no new listings came on.

A lower number means homes are getting snapped up quickly and sellers have more leverage. A higher number means buyers have more choices and more time.

In October:

• Scottsdale: 5.47 months, up from 4.44 in September. That’s the highest since January 2026.
• Fountain Hills: 7.26 months, up from 6.94 in September. That’s the highest of the past 12 months.

ARMLS also publishes a seasonally adjusted index that compares each month to the same month in past years. A reading of 50% is right in line with the historical norm, and higher readings lean toward buyers. In October, that index was 89.20% for Scottsdale and 94.92% for Fountain Hills. In other words, both markets are leaning toward buyers compared to a typical October.

What this means if you’re buying?

You have more to choose from, and you’re less likely to feel rushed. That’s a nice change of pace.

More choices doesn’t mean every home is negotiable, though. A well-priced home in great condition still gets attention. The advantage right now is that you have time to compare, ask questions, and make a decision you feel good about.

What this means if you’re selling?

You can still sell well. Scottsdale homes actually sold faster in October than in September.

What’s changed is the competition. With more homes on the market, buyers compare. The homes that stand out are priced for today’s market and show beautifully from day one. Prep work and pricing strategy matter more when buyers have options.

What this means if you’re right-sizing?

A lot of the people I work with are planning a move to a home that fits their next chapter, and many are looking for a one-story home.

If you’re selling one home and buying another in the same market, this kind of market can work in your favor on the buying side. More inventory means more floor plans to choose from. The key is planning both sides together so the timing works for you.

Citywide numbers won’t tell you how one-story homes in your price range are doing. That takes a closer look, and I’m happy to pull those numbers for you.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median home price in Scottsdale, AZ right now?

The median sold price in Scottsdale was $950,000 in October 2026, up 2.2% from September 2026, according to ARMLS.

What is the median home price in Fountain Hills, AZ right now?

The median sold price in Fountain Hills was $709,500 in October 2026, up 1.4% from September 2026, according to ARMLS.

Is it a buyer’s market in Scottsdale or Fountain Hills?

Both markets are leaning toward buyers compared to a typical October. Months of supply was 5.47 in Scottsdale and 7.26 in Fountain Hills, and ARMLS’s seasonally adjusted index was well above its 50% historical norm in both cities. Conditions vary a lot by price range and neighborhood.

How long does it take to sell a home in Scottsdale?

Homes that sold in Scottsdale in October 2026 averaged 94 days on market, 7 days faster than September.

How long does it take to sell a home in Fountain Hills?

Homes that sold in Fountain Hills in October 2026 averaged 107 days on market, 8 days slower than September.

How many homes are for sale in Scottsdale and Fountain Hills?

At the end of October 2026, Scottsdale had 2,356 active listings and Fountain Hills had 276.

Are home prices dropping in Scottsdale?

Not in October. The median sold price rose 2.2% and the average sold price rose 2.7% from September. One month doesn’t make a trend, so it’s worth watching the next few months.

Want the numbers for your neighborhood?

Citywide stats are a starting point. Your neighborhood, your price range, and your type of home have their own story.

Send me a message through KrisySells.Homes or call (480) 227-5976, and I’ll put together the numbers that matter for you. No pressure and no strings.

I am working with a family moving to Scottsdale right now, they are taking thier time and looking at homes without the pressure of multiple offers and the sellers ability or willingness to offer assistance with closing costs, rate buy downs etc. We are being strategic and really picky about what we look at. It is fun to be able to take a different approach to the buying process. 

Be Well, Krisy

Fountain Hills | Scottsdale REALTOR®

Empty Nest | One Story Homes

About the author

Kristina “Krisy” Clayton is a REALTOR® with Y Realty, licensed in Arizona and Washington, and has worked in real estate since 2005. In Arizona, she focuses on Scottsdale and Fountain Hills, with a specialty in one-story homes, relocation, and helping people right-size for their next chapter.

Sources and methodology

Data comes from the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS): RapidStats for October 2026 and the ARMLS Supply vs Demand Summary, both pulled on November 12, 2026. Month-over-month changes compare October 2026 to September 2026. Figures reflect listings in ARMLS for the cities of Scottsdale and Fountain Hills, and listing data coverage may vary by area. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. This article is for general information and isn’t financial or legal advice.