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Is Abbeville, MS 38601 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Buyer’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Abbeville is a buyer’s market. With about 25.6 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply25.6Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list—Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market81Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$147▼ −21.3% vs. last year

The Abbeville housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Abbeville, MS 38601 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 81 days and there were 25.6 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold more slowly (2 days then) and the median sale price rose 8% to $349,849. Overall, Abbeville is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

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Questions about Abbeville real estate

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

A buyer’s market: there were 25.6 months of supply in Abbeville, MS 38601 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 Abbeville?

The typical home went under contract in 81 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Abbeville sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price.

What are property taxes in Abbeville?

About 0.55% of a home’s value a year in Lafayette County, or roughly $2,200 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Abbeville?

The median sale price was $349,849 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $147 per square foot.

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