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Is Ecru, MS 38841 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Ecru is a seller’s market. With about 2.1 months of supply and 0% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.

Months of supply2.1Under 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 market67Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$155▲ +2.5% vs. last year

The Ecru housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Ecru, MS 38841 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 67 days and there were 2.1 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 6 sales, 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 faster (276 days then) and the median sale price rose 18% to $285,377. Overall, Ecru is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Pontotoc County, homes here sell more slowly, and less often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.

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Nearby markets

Belden 38826Balanced $172 /sq ftPontotoc 38863Balanced $137 /sq ftRandolph 38864Seller’s market $79 /sq ftThaxton 38871Balanced $187 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Ecru real estate

Is Ecru a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A seller’s market: there were 2.1 months of supply in Ecru, MS 38841 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 Ecru?

The typical home went under contract in 67 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Ecru sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price.

What are property taxes in Ecru?

About 0.58% of a home’s value a year in Pontotoc County, or roughly $2,320 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Ecru?

The median sale price was $285,377 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $155 per square foot.

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