Arkansas Housing Market
Cold MarketHousing market data and trends for Arkansas. Track median prices, inventory, days on market, and competition metrics for real estate investors.
Data period: March 2026
Median Sale Price
$270K
↑ 2.9% YoY
Days on Market
75 days
↑ 17.2% YoY
Active Inventory
13,182
↑ 4.4% YoY
Homes Sold
3,153
↓ 1.0% YoY
Cold Market
Inventory is high and homes are sitting longer — a buyer's market.
Arkansas Market Summary
The Arkansas housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $270K, up 2.9% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 75 days on the market, 17.2% longer than a year ago.
There are 13,182 homes for sale — 4.4% more than last year. With 4.2 months of supply, this is a balanced market. 4,591 new listings were added during this period, down 3.5% year-over-year.
Homes are selling for 97.0% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 12.8% of homes sell above their asking price. 23.9% of listings have had a price drop.
Market Opportunity Score
Based on current market conditions
73
Contributing Factors
How This Market Compares
vs. National Median
Investor Takeaway
The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage. A significant share of sellers are cutting prices, which can signal motivated sellers and potential deals. Prices are 38% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.
Arkansas Market Trends
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Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$303K
Price per Sq Ft
$157
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.0%
Months of Supply
4.2
Sold Above List
12.8%
Price Drops
23.9%
New Listings
4,591
↓ 3.5% YoY
Pending Sales
4,216
Metro Areas in Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR metro area
$372K median
63 days
on market
Little Rock, AR metro area
$251K median
72 days
on market
Fort Smith, AR metro area
$220K median
72 days
on market
Hot Springs, AR metro area
$240K median
106 days
on market
Jonesboro, AR metro area
$210K median
75 days
on market
Searcy, AR metro area
$201K median
79 days
on market
Russellville, AR metro area
$221K median
58 days
on market
Batesville, AR metro area
$174K median
67 days
on market
Pine Bluff, AR metro area
$110K median
81 days
on market
Harrison, AR metro area
$233K median
99 days
on market
Paragould, AR metro area
$193K median
49 days
on market
Mountain Home, AR metro area
$252K median
130 days
on market
Blytheville, AR metro area
$181K median
91 days
on market
Malvern, AR metro area
$170K median
79 days
on market
El Dorado, AR metro area
$160K median
65 days
on market
Arkadelphia, AR metro area
$225K median
125 days
on market
Camden, AR metro area
$119K median
43 days
on market
Hope, AR metro area
$135K median
40 days
on market
Forrest City, AR metro area
$125K median
111 days
on market
Magnolia, AR metro area
$142K median
67 days
on market
Helena, AR metro area
$75K median
76 days
on market
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