Whether you are starting your search or ready to make a move, the perfect time is now!
There’s something about fall that just feels like a fresh start—and if you’re thinking about a move to the suburbs, there is no better season to kick things off!
Every year, our team gets excited for the fall season… the time of year when the suburbs shine. Locals are all back from summer travels, the weather is ideal and the towns are bustling with activity. From community events to seasonal festivals, school activities and community sports, the energy level is high and it’s a perfect time to get the “real feel” of a town.
And Fall 2025 is even more exciting, with the recent shift in the real estate market presenting a more favorable environment for buyers than we have seen in years.
But to make the most of it? You need a strategy.
Step 1: Start with a Strategy Call
If you’re just getting started, step one is simple: schedule a free call with a Suburban Jungle Strategist. We’ll help you build a custom game plan based on your lifestyle, priorities, and must-haves, then match you with some must-see towns and local experts to make fall touring a breeze. There’s no guesswork. No going it alone. Just smart, personalized support from people who know exactly how to navigate the ‘burbs – and the fall market.
Step 2: Tour Like a Local
Once your plan’s in place, it’s time to explore. Fall is prime time to see a town’s real vibe — the schools are in full swing, downtowns are lively, and neighborhoods are active. From farmers markets to football games to Halloween parades, it’s the perfect opportunity to experience communities like a future local.
And if you’ve toured a few towns? Use fall weekends to double down on your top communities. Revisit the neighborhoods that stood out, talk to parents on the playground, check out the local apple fest or street fair. You’ll get a deeper, more authentic feel for each town, and either confirm your shortlist or cross a few off confidently.
Need help planning a fall weekend getaway? Your Strategist can help you line up a list of the best each town has to offer and even where to grab lunch between stops.
Step 3: Understand the Fall Buyer Advantage
The real estate landscape in Fall 2025 is shifting. After years of limited inventory, climbing interest rates, and intense competition, we’re finally seeing signs of relief for buyers. Listings are staying on the market longer. Sellers are becoming more flexible. And an increase in inventory is expected through the end of the year.
The period of time between Labor Day and Thanksgiving is historically a time where buyers can take advantage of less competition and more value. That gives you more room to negotiate, more options to explore, and more time to think, all major wins for families trying to buy with confidence.
Schedule your free initial strategy call now and we’ll help you create a game plan tailored to your timeline, lifestyle, and priorities. We’ll match you with a Strategist, curate a list of towns, and walk alongside you from first tour to final decision.
