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Is Willisburg, KY 40078 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Willisburg is a buyer’s market. With about 12.8 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply12.8Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list50%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list99.2%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market43Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$216▲ +17.4% vs. last year

The Willisburg housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 50% of homes in Willisburg, KY 40078 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 43 days and there were 12.8 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room 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 rose from 0%, homes sold faster (46 days then) and the median sale price rose 26% to $296,872. Overall, Willisburg is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Springfield 40069 (0% sold over asking), while Mackville 40040 (100% sold over asking) is even more competitive.

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Questions about Willisburg real estate

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

A buyer’s market: there were 12.8 months of supply in Willisburg, KY 40078 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 Willisburg?

The typical home went under contract in 43 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Willisburg sell over asking?

50% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 99.2% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Willisburg?

About 0.66% of a home’s value a year in Washington County, or roughly $2,640 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Willisburg?

The median sale price was $296,872 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $216 per square foot.

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