Is Arlington, KY 42021 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Arlington is a seller’s market. With about 1.8 months of supply and 14% 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.
The Arlington housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 14% of homes in Arlington, KY 42021 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 54 days and there were 1.8 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 7 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 20%, homes sold faster (62 days then) and the median sale price fell 49% to $99,957. Overall, Arlington is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Cunningham 42035 (0% sold over asking) or Bardwell 42023 (0% sold over asking).
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Bardwell 42023Seller’s market $66 /sq ftCunningham 42035Buyer’s market $83 /sq ft Browse all markets →Towns like Arlington nearby
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Questions about Arlington real estate
Is Arlington a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 1.8 months of supply in Arlington, KY 42021 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 Arlington?
The typical home went under contract in 54 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Arlington sell over asking?
14% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 89.9% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Arlington?
About 0.78% of a home’s value a year in Carlisle County, or roughly $3,120 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Arlington?
The median sale price was $99,957 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $71 per square foot.
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