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Is Marietta, MS 38856 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Marietta is a balanced market. With about 4.8 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply4.8Under 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 market146Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$81▼ −35.1% vs. last year

The Marietta housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Marietta, MS 38856 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 146 days and there were 4.8 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. With only 2 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 (201 days then) and the median sale price fell 17% to $149,885. Overall, Marietta is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Itawamba 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

Fulton 38843Seller’s market $115 /sq ftGolden 38847Seller’s market $119 /sq ftMantachie 38855Seller’s market $168 /sq ftNettleton 38858Balanced $127 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Marietta real estate

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

A balanced market: there were 4.8 months of supply in Marietta, MS 38856 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 Marietta?

The typical home went under contract in 146 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Marietta sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price.

What are property taxes in Marietta?

About 0.59% of a home’s value a year in Itawamba County, or roughly $2,360 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Marietta?

The median sale price was $149,885 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $81 per square foot.

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