October isn’t just about pumpkin spice lattes, haunted houses, and carving jack-o’-lanterns—it’s also one of the best times of year to dive into the real estate market. Whether you’re thinking of buying your dream home on the Westside or selling your place in Brentwood, here are some spook-tacular reasons why October is the perfect month to make a move:
Here in Los Angeles, Santa Monica, and Brentwood, real estate is more than just a roof over your head — it’s a foundation for financial security and generational wealth.
While spring and summer markets tend to feel like a full-on haunted house maze, October is calmer. That means fewer buyers competing for homes and fewer sellers listing all at once. Buyers can often score better deals, and sellers get more serious attention from motivated buyers.
By fall, buyers aren’t “just looking.” They’re eager to close before the holidays and the end of the year. That urgency works in a seller’s favor—and if you’re a buyer, you’ll love working with sellers who are equally motivated to seal the deal before year-end.
Fall in LA may not come with snowy porches or crunchy leaves, but we do get gorgeous golden sunsets, perfect weather, and cozy autumn vibes. Staging with warm lighting, fall décor, and seasonal touches can make your home look irresistible. Think “pumpkin on the porch,” not “haunted house.”
October is often a month where financial markets adjust before the holidays. If rates tick down even a little, buyers get more purchasing power. Sellers benefit too—because more qualified buyers enter the market when financing feels less scary.
If you’re listing your home, October gives you a fun opportunity: buyers can literally see what your neighborhood feels like on Halloween! A lively, welcoming community filled with kids trick-or-treating is a huge selling point for families.
Waiting until November or December? That’s when the holidays take over, and real estate slows down. October gives you the sweet spot: motivated buyers, less competition, and the chance to close before the year-end frenzy.
Buying or selling in October isn’t scary—it’s actually spooky smart. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to make a move in Brentwood, Santa Monica, or across the Westside, now’s the time to grab your broomstick (or your pen!) and get started.