If you're selling a house in Connecticut (like Hartford or the surrounding areas), here’s a clear, up-to-date snapshot of how long it might take:

Typical Timeline in Connecticut

• Overall average (listing to closing): ~74 days

  • ~39 days on the market

  • ~35 days to close once an offer is accepted kristinegmont.com+12Clever Real Estate+12Anytime Estimate+12.

• Redfin (July 2025): Median days on market: 35 days — up slightly year-over-year Redfin+1.

• April 2025 — Zillow data: Homes in Hartford metro area went under contract in just 6 days, then typically closed in 30–45 days. That suggests total time of 47–62 days from listing to closing Clever Real Estate+9Zillow+9Clever Real Estate+9.

• Regional variation: Southeastern Connecticut shows even faster pace — homes often sell after just 27 days on market Realtor+1.

• January 2025 snapshot (Realtor.com):

  • Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford: median time on market ~51 days

  • Norwich–New London area: about 52 days HomeLight+11oneteamct.com+11New York Post+11CT Insider+15Realtor+15New York Post+15Greenwich Time+3Clever Real Estate+3The Spruce+3.

Summary Table

Factors That Influence the Timeline

1. Local market conditions:

   • In areas like Hartford or Southeastern CT, homes often move much faster (even in under a week) thanks to strong demand and low inventory Clever Real Estate+2Clever Real Estate+2Redfin+1ventureonerealtyllc.com+8Zillow+8kristinegmont.com+8.

   • Statewide, trends still point to a seller's market, though it varies by town Clever Real Estate+2Houzeo+2.

2. Seasonality matters:

   • May to July tends to be the fastest-selling period — e.g., May listings can sell in ~30 days, June in ~29–30 days Houzeo+2Clever Real Estate+2.

3. Selling method:

   • Traditional agent-assisted sales: 2–3 months (≈60–90 days). FSBO or discount brokers follow similar timelines Wikipedia+10Clever Real Estate+10searchallcthomes.com+10.

   • Cash buyers/investors: Can close in as little as 7–14 days, skipping many traditional steps Zillow+4Clever Real Estate+4CT Cash Homes+4.

4. Property preparation and staging:

   • Prepping your home (cleaning, repairs, staging) can take 1–3 months before listing Anytime Estimate+7ventureonerealtyllc.com+7Wikipedia+7.

   • Home staging, if done well, may reduce on‑market time by one-third to one-half, and can boost sale price by 6–20% Wikipedia.

5. Pricing and presentation:

   • Competitive pricing, effective staging, and strong listing marketing can accelerate the sale — and if priced right, may even bring bidding wars and faster closes Greenwich Time+6CT Insider+6Houzeo+6.

What This Means for You

• Typical timeline: Expect ~35–39 days on market, 35 days to close, totaling roughly 70–75 days from listing to closing.

• Faster markets (like Hartford): Listings may go under contract in about 6 days, with total closing in around 50–60 days.

• Fastest option: Selling to a cash investor may take only 7–14 days — a great choice if speed is your top priority.

• Prepare well: Expect an additional 1–3 months to prepare your property properly before listing.

• Timing helps: Aim to list in late spring or early summer (especially May–June) to maximize speed and sale price.

If you'd like, I can help you dive deeper into how these numbers apply to your specific town or property — just let us know!