Brainerd, MN metro area Housing Market
Cold MarketComprehensive housing market data for the Brainerd, MN metro area metro area. Track home prices, inventory, days on market, and competition — updated monthly for real estate investors.
Data period: March 2026
Median Sale Price
$342K
↑ 1.9% YoY
Days on Market
95 days
↑ 50.8% YoY
Active Inventory
424
↑ 6.8% YoY
Homes Sold
78
↓ 2.5% YoY
Cold Market
Inventory is high and homes are sitting longer — a buyer's market.
Brainerd, MN metro area Market Summary
The Brainerd, MN metro area housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $342K, up 1.9% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 95 days on the market, 50.8% longer than a year ago.
There are 424 homes for sale — 6.8% more than last year. With 5.4 months of supply, this is a balanced market. 179 new listings were added during this period, down 9.6% year-over-year.
Homes are selling for 97.6% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 20.5% of homes sell above their asking price. 15.1% 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
vs. Minnesota Median
Investor Takeaway
The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage. High inventory relative to sales pace means buyers have options and sellers may be flexible on price. Prices are 22% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.
Brainerd, MN metro area Market Trends
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Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$400K
Price per Sq Ft
$184
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.6%
Months of Supply
5.4
Sold Above List
20.5%
Price Drops
15.1%
New Listings
179
↓ 9.6% YoY
Pending Sales
118
Off Market in 2 Weeks
33.9%
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