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Is Starkville, MS 39759 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Starkville is a seller’s market. With about 2.7 months of supply and 15% 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 supply2.7Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list15.4%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list98%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market29Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$173▲ +58.4% vs. last year

The Starkville housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 15% of homes in Starkville, MS 39759 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 29 days and there were 2.7 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 13 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 10%, homes sold faster (202 days then) and the median sale price rose 95% to $317,862. Overall, Starkville is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

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Questions about Starkville real estate

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

A seller’s market: there were 2.7 months of supply in Starkville, MS 39759 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 Starkville?

The typical home went under contract in 29 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Starkville sell over asking?

15% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.0% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Starkville?

About 0.71% of a home’s value a year in Oktibbeha County, or roughly $2,840 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Starkville?

The median sale price was $317,862 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $173 per square foot.

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