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Is Hillsboro, KY 41049 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Hillsboro is a buyer’s market. With about 6.4 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply6.4Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list94.7%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market3Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$117▲ +0.0% vs. last year

The Hillsboro housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Hillsboro, KY 41049 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 3 days and there were 6.4 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 3 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 (43 days then) and the median sale price held steady to $259,888. Overall, Hillsboro is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Nearby, Flemingsburg 41041 (13% sold over asking) is even more competitive.

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Nearby markets

Ewing 41039Buyer’s market $113 /sq ftFlemingsburg 41041Buyer’s market $122 /sq ftWallingford 41093Balanced $131 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Hillsboro real estate

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

A buyer’s market: there were 6.4 months of supply in Hillsboro, KY 41049 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 Hillsboro?

The typical home went under contract in 3 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Hillsboro sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 94.7% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Hillsboro?

About 0.64% of a home’s value a year in Fleming County, or roughly $2,560 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Hillsboro?

The median sale price was $259,888 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $117 per square foot.

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