KY

Kentucky Housing Market

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

$284K

Median Price

45

Days on Market

2.9

Months Supply

+1.1%

YoY Change

Seller's Market

Market Type

Buyer's Markets (11) Seller's Markets (170) Cheapest Cities Fastest Selling Rising Markets (10) Price Drops (10)

Market Dashboard

Market Summary

Buyer's Markets

11

cities with 6+ months supply

Balanced Markets

79

cities with 3-6 months supply

Seller's Markets

170

cities with <3 months supply

Top 10 Most Affordable Cities in Kentucky

Ranked by lowest median home price.

City Median Price DOM
1. Artemus $15K 1083d
2. Cerulean $25K 76d
3. Earlington $25K 22d
4. Nortonville $27K 405d
5. South Shore $35K 9d
6. Sardis $40K 13d
7. Blandville $52K 471d
8. Pryorsburg $54K 28d
9. Williamsburg $55K 56d
10. Burna $57K 110d

🏰 Top 10 Most Expensive Cities in Kentucky

Ranked by highest median home price.

Top Buyer's Markets in Kentucky

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

City Months Supply Median Price DOM
1. Scottsville 18.5 mo $251K 35d
2. Cave City 12.0 mo $182K 33d
3. Cadiz 11.0 mo $330K 856d
4. Smiths Grove 11.0 mo $335K 86d
5. Russell 10.5 mo $413K 264d
6. Worthington 10.0 mo $255K 32d
7. Barbourville 8.0 mo $165K 10d
8. Junction City 7.5 mo $174K 94d
9. Grayson 7.0 mo $171K 140d
10. Pioneer Village 7.0 mo $230K 37d

Top Seller's Markets in Kentucky

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

City Months Supply Median Price DOM
1. Brownsboro Village 0.3 mo $510K 57d
2. Coldstream 0.3 mo $335K 48d
3. Elsmere 0.3 mo $239K 5d
4. Oakbrook 0.3 mo $377K 10d
5. Ravenna 0.3 mo $137K 24d
6. Rolling Hills 0.3 mo $340K 19d
7. Earlington 0.4 mo $25K 22d
8. Edgewood 0.4 mo $339K 11d
9. Fort Wright 0.4 mo $358K 3d
10. Crestview 0.5 mo $325K 31d

Top 10 Fastest Selling Cities in Kentucky

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

City Days on Market Median Price
1. Brownsboro Farm 1d $450K
2. Cecilia 1d $285K
3. Fox Chase 1d $425K
4. Island 1d $78K
5. Lakeside Park 1d $317K
6. Muldraugh 1d $205K
7. Plantation 1d $335K
8. Bancroft 2d $415K
9. California 2d $385K
10. Glenview Hills 2d $510K

Top Rising Markets in Kentucky

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

City YoY Change Median Price
1. Villa Hills +44.6% $465K
2. Dayton +40.6% $239K
3. Flatwoods +26.4% $182K
4. Wilmore +26.2% $378K
5. Corbin +24.7% $198K
6. Paducah +22.7% $194K
7. Indian Hills +21.4% $686K
8. Murray +20.2% $295K
9. Stanford +17.7% $208K
10. Taylor Mill +17.1% $295K

Cities with Price Drops in Kentucky

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

City YoY Change Median Price
1. Newport -38.7% $302K
2. Union -32.7% $340K
3. Hillview -24.0% $239K
4. Francisville -22.3% $365K
5. Danville -19.5% $206K
6. Mayfield -19.0% $130K
7. Mount Washington -17.5% $279K
8. Reidland -15.7% $248K
9. Ashland -14.5% $143K
10. Madisonville -13.0% $164K

All 365 Cities in Kentucky

Alexandria Anchorage Anthoston Arjay Artemus Ashland Audubon Park Augusta Bancroft Bandana Barbourmeade Barbourville Bardstown Barlow Beech Grove Beechmont Beechwood Village Bellefonte Bellemeade Belleview Bellevue Bellewood Berea Blandville Bloomfield Blue Ridge Manor Boston Bowling Green Brandenburg Bremen Briarwood Broeck Pointe Bromley Brooks Brooksville Brownsboro Farm Brownsboro Village Brownsville Buckner Buffalo Burlington Burna Burnside Butler Cadiz Calhoun California Camargo Cambridge Campbellsburg Campbellsville Cannonsburg Catlettsburg Cave City Cecilia Central City Cerulean Chaplin Claryville Cleaton Cold Spring Coldstream Corbin Corinth Corydon Covington Crab Orchard Creekside Crescent Springs Crestview Crestview Hills Crestwood Crittenden Crofton Crossgate Curdsville Danville Dawson Springs Dayton Dexter Doe Valley Douglass Hills Dover Drakesboro Druid Hills Dry Ridge Dunmor Earlington East Bernstadt Edgewood Edmonton Ekron Elizabethtown Elk Creek Elsmere Eminence Emlyn Erlanger Eubank Fairfield Fairview Falmouth Fancy Farm Farley Farmington Ferguson Fincastle Flat Lick Flatwoods Florence Forest Hills Fort Mitchell Fort Thomas Fort Wright Fox Chase Francisville Frankfort Frenchburg Georgetown Germantown Glasgow Glencoe Glenview Glenview Hills Glenview Manor Goose Creek Goshen Gracey Grand Rivers Graymoor-Devondale Grayson Green Spring Greensburg Greenup Greenville Hanson Hawesville Hazel Hebron Hebron Estates Henderson Hendron Heritage Creek Hickory Hickory Hill High Bridge Highland Heights Hills & Dales Hillview Hiseville Hodgenville Hollow Creek Hollyvilla Hopkinsville Houston Acres Hunters Hollow Hurstbourne Hurstbourne Acres Hustonville Independence Indian Hills Ironville Irvine Island Jeffersontown Jeffersonville Junction City Keene Kenton Vale Kevil Kingsley Knottsville La Center La Grange LaFayette Lakeside Park Langdon Place Lawrenceburg Lebanon Junction Ledbetter Lewisport Lexington Lexington-Fayette Lincolnshire Livermore London Louisville Lovelaceville Lowes Ludlow Lyndon Lynnview Maceo Madisonville Magnolia Manchester Manitou Manor Creek Maryhill Estates Masonville Massac Mayfield Mays Lick Maysville McKinney Meadow Vale Meadowbrook Farm Meadowview Estates Melbourne Mentor Middlesborough Middletown Midway Millersburg Mockingbird Valley Moorland Morgantown Mortons Gap Moseleyville Mount Sterling Mount Washington Muldraugh Murray Murray Hill Nebo New Castle New Haven New Hope Newport Nicholasville Norbourne Estates North Corbin North Middletown Northfield Nortonville Norwood Oak Grove Oakbrook Oakland Old Brownsboro Place Olive Hill Oneida Orchard Grass Hills Owensboro Owingsville Paducah Panther Paris Park City Park Hills Parkway Village Pembroke Perryville Petersburg Pewee Valley Philpot Pineville Pioneer Village Plano Plantation Pleasant View Pleasureville Plum Springs Powderly Prospect Pryorsburg Rabbit Hash Raceland Radcliff Ravenna Reidland Richlawn Richmond Rineyville River Bluff Riverwood Robards Rochester Rockholds Rolling Fields Rolling Hills Russell Ryland Heights Sacramento Sadieville Salem Salt Lick Sardis Science Hill Scottsville Sedalia Seneca Gardens Sharpsburg Shelbyville Shepherdsville Shively Silver Grove Simpsonville Smithfield Smithland Smiths Grove Somerset Sonora Sorgho South Carrollton South Shore Southgate Sparta Spottsville Spring Mill Spring Valley St. Charles St. Joseph St. Matthews St. Regis Park Stamping Ground Stanford Stanley Strathmoor Manor Strathmoor Village Summer Shade Summersville Sycamore Symsonia Taylor Mill Taylorsville Ten Broeck Thornhill Thruston Union Upton Utica Verona Versailles Villa Hills Vine Grove Walton Warsaw Water Valley Watterson Park Wellington West Buechel West Point Westport Westwood White Plains Whitesville Wickliffe Wilder Wildwood Williamsburg Williamstown Wilmore Winchester Windy Hills Wingo Woodburn Woodbury Woodland Hills Woodlawn Woodlawn Park Worthington Worthington Hills Wurtland Yelvington

Kentucky Real Estate Market Overview

The Kentucky housing market currently shows seller's market conditions, with a median sale price of $284K and 2.9 months of inventory supply. Homes in Kentucky typically sell in 45 days.

Key Market Insights for Kentucky

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Whether you're buying or selling in Kentucky, 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 Kentucky provides expert guidance tailored to your specific city and neighborhood.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kentucky Real Estate

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

Kentucky is currently classified as a seller's market based on months of supply data. Low inventory gives sellers an advantage with faster sales and less price negotiation. Market conditions vary by city, so check local data for your specific area.

What is the median home price in Kentucky?

The median home price in Kentucky is approximately $284K as of May 2026. Prices range significantly across the state, with Glenview among the most expensive areas and Artemus 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 Kentucky?

Selling timelines in Kentucky vary by city and market conditions. The fastest-selling markets include Brownsboro Farm 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 Kentucky right now?

Whether to buy in Kentucky depends on your personal finances, timeline, and target market. The competitive market means acting quickly and being prepared with financing. 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 Kentucky?

Start by researching agents with proven experience in your target Kentucky 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 Kentucky to help you find the right match.

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