The Art of Distinction Blog by Encore Sotheby's International Realty

As we progressed through the peak of the summer season, residential real estate activity across Central, Northeast, and Northwest Indiana remained active, albeit with some region-specific shifts. Many communities continued to see strong buyer demand and a steady pace of transactions, with Noblesville, Fishers, and Valparaiso showing notable increases in sales volume. Conversely, select markets such as Zionsville and Carmel experienced a decline in transactions, while still maintaining relatively strong pricing, especially in Zionsville where average sale prices surged.

Luxury segments across Central Indiana and Fort Wayne saw slight declines in transaction counts and pricing, with increased time on market suggesting a rebalancing of expectations between buyers and sellers. Lakefront markets offered mixed signals—Kosciusko County saw fewer transactions but a significant rise in prices, while Steuben County’s lakefront market experienced both stronger sales and improved efficiency in time on market.

As always, we encourage consumers to look beyond headlines and understand what’s driving these local shifts. Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply monitoring the market, our team at Encore Sotheby’s International Realty is here to help you make informed decisions with expert guidance tailored to your unique goals.

Encore Sotheby’s International Realty is a boutique residential real estate brokerage providing home sellers and buyers with a luxury level of service in Indiana and beyond. Specializing in the central, northeast and northwest regions of Indiana, the firm operates out of offices in Carmel, Indianapolis, Zionsville and Fort Wayne. Backed by the world-class Sotheby’s International Realty brand, clients benefit from local expertise with global reach. For all of your real estate needs, call 317.660.4444 or visit encoresothebysrealty.com.