Kentucky Housing Market
Cool MarketHousing market data and trends for Kentucky. Track median prices, inventory, days on market, and competition metrics for real estate investors.
Data period: March 2026
Median Sale Price
$277K
↑ 4.2% YoY
Days on Market
63 days
↑ 10.5% YoY
Active Inventory
11,926
↑ 6.9% YoY
Homes Sold
3,476
↓ 0.3% YoY
Cool Market
Buyer activity is slowing, creating more negotiating room.
Kentucky Market Summary
The Kentucky housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $277K, up 4.2% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 63 days on the market, 10.5% longer than a year ago.
There are 11,926 homes for sale — 6.9% more than last year. With 3.4 months of supply, this is a seller's market. 5,547 new listings were added during this period, up 6.3% year-over-year.
Homes are selling for 97.4% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 15.7% of homes sell above their asking price. 27.9% 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 37% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.
Kentucky Market Trends
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Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$293K
Price per Sq Ft
$160
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.4%
Months of Supply
3.4
Sold Above List
15.7%
Price Drops
27.9%
New Listings
5,547
↑ 6.3% YoY
Pending Sales
5,226
Metro Areas in Kentucky
Louisville, KY metro area
$277K median
56 days
on market
Lexington, KY metro area
$336K median
47 days
on market
Bowling Green, KY metro area
$294K median
105 days
on market
Elizabethtown, KY metro area
$283K median
92 days
on market
Owensboro, KY metro area
$242K median
36 days
on market
Richmond, KY metro area
$306K median
78 days
on market
Paducah, KY metro area
$229K median
83 days
on market
London, KY metro area
$180K median
132 days
on market
Somerset, KY metro area
$250K median
129 days
on market
Frankfort, KY metro area
$280K median
64 days
on market
Danville, KY metro area
$240K median
76 days
on market
Bardstown, KY metro area
$290K median
91 days
on market
Glasgow, KY metro area
$220K median
89 days
on market
Madisonville, KY metro area
$210K median
94 days
on market
Mayfield, KY metro area
$204K median
51 days
on market
Mount Sterling, KY metro area
$210K median
167 days
on market
Murray, KY metro area
$238K median
60 days
on market
Campbellsville, KY metro area
$246K median
106 days
on market
Middlesborough, KY metro area
$169K median
93 days
on market
Central City, KY metro area
$145K median
84 days
on market
Maysville, KY metro area
$143K median
59 days
on market
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