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Arkansas Housing Market

2026 Market Report & Data · Data through May 2026 · Source: Redfin

$276K

Median Price

53

Days on Market

4.0

Months Supply

-2.6%

YoY Change

Balanced Market

Market Type

Buyer's Markets (27) Seller's Markets (123) Cheapest Cities Fastest Selling Rising Markets (10) Price Drops (10)

Market Dashboard

Market Summary

Buyer's Markets

27

cities with 6+ months supply

Balanced Markets

83

cities with 3-6 months supply

Seller's Markets

123

cities with <3 months supply

Top 10 Most Affordable Cities in Arkansas

Ranked by lowest median home price.

City Median Price DOM
1. Patmos $7K 103d
2. Emmet $7K 16d
3. Altheimer $8K 487d
4. Elaine $9K 83d
5. Bradford $11K 13d
6. Gould $11K 480d
7. Waldo $11K 57d
8. Williford $14K 72d
9. Lexa $15K 645d
10. McNab $16K 191d

🏰 Top 10 Most Expensive Cities in Arkansas

Ranked by highest median home price.

City Median Price DOM
1. Cincinnati $1.01M 225d
2. Canehill $855K 336d
3. Crystal Springs $825K 15d
4. Goshen $822K 41d
5. Avoca $756K 52d
6. Elm Springs $750K 20d
7. Little Flock $739K 17d
8. Ponca $735K 264d
9. Hindsville $712K 260d
10. Prairie Creek $685K 263d

Top Buyer's Markets in Arkansas

27 cities have more than 6 months of inventory — buyers can negotiate.

City Months Supply Median Price DOM
1. Lake Hamilton 12.7 mo $487K 63d
2. Rockwell 12.3 mo $308K 81d
3. Helena-West Helena 12.0 mo $288K 362d
4. Greenland 10.0 mo $162K 4d
5. Marked Tree 10.0 mo $65K 146d
6. Piney 9.3 mo $355K 108d
7. Arkadelphia 9.1 mo $160K 102d
8. Lost Bridge Village 8.5 mo $293K 45d
9. Barling 8.3 mo $277K 169d
10. Danville 8.0 mo $122K 143d

Top Seller's Markets in Arkansas

123 cities have less than 3 months of inventory — sellers have the advantage.

City Months Supply Median Price DOM
1. Salesville 0.3 mo $146K 149d
2. Hector 0.5 mo $89K 53d
3. Prattsville 0.5 mo $180K 105d
4. Rison 0.5 mo $68K 349d
5. Wilson 0.5 mo $90K 126d
6. Yarborough Landing 0.7 mo $225K 27d
7. Higginson 0.8 mo $208K 59d
8. Altheimer 1.0 mo $8K 487d
9. Appleton 1.0 mo $298K 18d
10. Bassett 1.0 mo $115K 18d

Top 10 Fastest Selling Cities in Arkansas

Cities where homes sell fastest, ranked by lowest median days on market.

City Days on Market Median Price
1. Batavia 1d $72K
2. Cedarville 1d $387K
3. Calion 2d $70K
4. East Camden 2d $16K
5. Hope 2d $80K
6. Valley Springs 2d $288K
7. Wesley 2d $200K
8. Big Flat 3d $95K
9. Hampton 3d $380K
10. Ogden 3d $125K

Top Rising Markets in Arkansas

Cities with the largest year-over-year price gains. Appreciation can signal momentum, but also affordability pressure.

City YoY Change Median Price
1. Camden +69.1% $140K
2. Prairie Creek +67.5% $685K
3. Pine Bluff +55.9% $112K
4. Sherwood +45.9% $320K
5. Texarkana +40.7% $265K
6. Lonoke +40.2% $150K
7. Trumann +28.6% $135K
8. Greenwood +26.5% $229K
9. White Hall +26.5% $270K
10. Highfill +21.8% $326K

Cities with Price Drops in Arkansas

Cities with year-over-year price declines. These can be buying opportunities — or signals of softening demand.

City YoY Change Median Price
1. Malvern -37.8% $115K
2. Cave Springs -37.5% $555K
3. Arkadelphia -37.4% $160K
4. Batesville -32.5% $206K
5. Bentonville -32.0% $406K
6. Brookland -25.6% $200K
7. Mountain Home -19.2% $225K
8. Hot Springs Village -18.5% $268K
9. West Memphis -17.5% $165K
10. Jacksonville -13.0% $150K

All 374 Cities in Arkansas

Adona Alexander Alix Alleene Allport Alma Alpine Altheimer Altus Amity Aplin Appleton Arkadelphia Armorel Ash Flat Ashdown Atkins Austin Avilla Avoca Bald Knob Barling Bassett Batavia Batesville Bauxite Bay Bearden Beebe Bella Vista Bellefonte Belleville Benton Bentonville Bergman Bethel Heights Bethesda Big Flat Bigelow Bismarck Black Oak Blevins Bluff City Blytheville Bodcaw Bonanza Bono Bowman Bradford Branch Briarcliff Brookland Bryant Buffalo City Burdette Cabot Caddo Valley Caldwell Calion Camden Cammack Village Canehill Caraway Carlisle Casa Cash Cave City Cave Springs Cedarville Centerton Centerville Central City Charleston Cherokee City Cherokee Village Chester Chidester Cincinnati Clarkedale College Station Colt Conway Corinth Cotter Coy Crawfordsville Crystal Springs Cushman Danville Dardanelle Decatur Deer Delaplaine Dell Denning Desha Diamond City Donaldson Dora Dover Dyer Earle East Camden East End Edmondson Egypt El Dorado El Paso Elaine Elkins Elm Springs Emerson Emmet England Enola Etowah Evansville Evening Shade Everton Farmington Fayetteville Felsenthal Fisher Floyd Foreman Forrest City Fort Smith Fouke Fountain Lake Fourche Friendship Fulton Gamaliel Garfield Garland Garner Gassville Gateway Genoa Gentry Georgetown Gibson Gilmore Goshen Gosnell Gould Grady Gravette Greenbrier Greenland Greenwood Griffithville Gum Springs Gurdon Guy Hackett Hampton Hardy Harrell Harrisburg Harrison Hartford Haskell Havana Hector Helena-West Helena Henderson Hensley Higginson Highfill Highland Hindsville Hiwasse Holland Hope Horseshoe Lake Hot Springs Hot Springs Village Houston Hughes Humnoke Huntington Huntsville Huttig Jacksonville Jasper Johnson Joiner Jones Mills Jonesboro Judsonia Junction City Keiser Kensett Keo Kibler Kingsland Kingston Lafe Lake City Lake Hamilton Lakeview Landmark Lavaca Lawson Leachville Lead Hill Leola Lepanto Letona Lexa Lincoln Little Flock Little Rock London Lonoke Lonsdale Lost Bridge Village Louann Lowell Luxora Madison Magness Magnet Cove Magnolia Malvern Manila Marie Marion Marked Tree Marmaduke Marvell Maumelle Mayflower Maysville McAlmont McCaskill McNab McNeil McRae Midland Midway Monette Moorefield Morrow Mount Holly Mount Judea Mount Vernon Mountain Home Mountain Pine Mountainburg Mulberry Natural Steps New Edinburg Newark Norfork Norphlet North Little Rock Oak Grove Heights Oakhaven Ogden Oil Trough Okolona Ola Omaha Osceola Ozan Ozark Ozark Acres Palestine Pangburn Paragould Patmos Payneway Pea Ridge Pearcy Perla Perry Perrytown Perryville Pine Bluff Piney Plainview Pleasant Plains Ponca Poplar Grove Pottsville Poyen Prairie Creek Prairie Grove Prattsville Prescott Redfield Rison Rockport Rockwell Rogers Roland Rose Bud Rosston Rover Rudy Russell Russellville Salado Salem Salesville Saratoga Sardis Scott Searcy Shannon Hills Sheridan Sherrill Sherwood Sidney Siloam Springs Smackover South Lead Hill Southside Springdale Springtown St. Paul Star City Staves Stephens Strong Sulphur Rock Sulphur Springs Summers Sunset Sweet Home Taylor Texarkana Thornton Tontitown Traskwood Trumann Tucker Tull Turrell Twin Groves Tyronza Uniontown Urbana Valley Springs Van Buren Vilonia Wabbaseka Walcott Waldenburg Waldo Ward Washington Wayton Weiner Wesley West Fork West Memphis West Point Western Grove Wheatley White Hall Wiederkehr Village Williford Wilson Wilton Winslow Winthrop Woodlawn Woodson Wooster Wrightsville Yarborough Landing

Arkansas Real Estate Market Overview

The Arkansas housing market currently shows balanced market conditions, with a median sale price of $276K and 4.0 months of inventory supply. Homes in Arkansas typically sell in 53 days.

Key Market Insights for Arkansas

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Whether you're buying or selling in Arkansas, working with a local real estate agent who understands these market dynamics can help you achieve the best outcome. Our network of verified agents across Arkansas provides expert guidance tailored to your specific city and neighborhood.

Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas Real Estate

Is Arkansas a buyer's or seller's market in 2026?

Arkansas is currently classified as a balanced market based on months of supply data. The market is relatively balanced, offering fair conditions for both buyers and sellers. Market conditions vary by city, so check local data for your specific area.

What is the median home price in Arkansas?

The median home price in Arkansas is approximately $276K as of May 2026. Prices range significantly across the state, with Cincinnati among the most expensive areas and Patmos offering more affordable options. Work with a local real estate agent for the most current pricing in your target neighborhoods.

How long does it take to sell a house in Arkansas?

Selling timelines in Arkansas vary by city and market conditions. The fastest-selling markets include Batavia with a median of 1 days on market. Factors like pricing strategy, home condition, location, and seasonality all affect how quickly a home sells. A skilled listing agent can help price and market your home for a faster sale.

Should I buy a house in Arkansas right now?

Whether to buy in Arkansas depends on your personal finances, timeline, and target market. Balanced conditions offer a fair environment for well-prepared buyers. Consider factors like mortgage rates, your job stability, how long you plan to stay, and local price trends. Consult with a local real estate agent who can advise on specific neighborhoods.

How do I find a real estate agent in Arkansas?

Start by researching agents with proven experience in your target Arkansas market. Look for agents with strong local transaction history, positive client reviews, and expertise in your price range. Interview at least 2-3 agents before choosing. Ask about their recent sales, marketing strategy, and communication style. Our directory features verified agents across Arkansas to help you find the right match.

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