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Is Whitesburg, TN 37891 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Balanced 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Whitesburg is a balanced market. With about 4.9 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply4.9Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list9.1%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list96.4%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market38Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$181▼ −0.2% vs. last year

The Whitesburg housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 9% of homes in Whitesburg, TN 37891 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 38 days and there were 4.9 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. That’s based on 11 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 6%, homes sold faster (63 days then) and the median sale price fell 8% to $275,881. Overall, Whitesburg is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Nearby, Russellville 37860 (29% sold over asking) and Morristown 37813 (25% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

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Nearby markets

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Questions about Whitesburg real estate

Is Whitesburg a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A balanced market: there were 4.9 months of supply in Whitesburg, TN 37891 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.

How fast do homes sell in Whitesburg?

The typical home went under contract in 38 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Whitesburg sell over asking?

9% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 96.4% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Whitesburg?

About 0.41% of a home’s value a year in Hamblen County, or roughly $1,640 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Whitesburg?

The median sale price was $275,881 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $181 per square foot.

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