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Is Foster, KY 41043 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Foster 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 list50%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list96%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market17Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$160▲ +39.0% vs. last year

The Foster housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 50% of homes in Foster, KY 41043 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 17 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 rose from 0%, homes sold faster (29 days then) and the median sale price fell 16% to $192,417. Overall, Foster is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Brooksville 41004 (0% sold over asking) or Augusta 41002 (0% sold over asking).

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Questions about Foster real estate

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

A balanced market: there were 4.8 months of supply in Foster, KY 41043 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 Foster?

The typical home went under contract in 17 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Foster sell over asking?

50% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 96.0% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Foster?

About 0.92% of a home’s value a year in Bracken County, or roughly $3,680 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Foster?

The median sale price was $192,417 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $160 per square foot.

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