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Is Barlow, KY 42024 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Barlow is a balanced market. With about 5.3 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply5.3Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list94.8%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market59Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$94▼ −22.1% vs. last year

The Barlow housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Barlow, KY 42024 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 59 days and there were 5.3 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 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 (78 days then) and the median sale price rose 31% to $169,827. Overall, Barlow is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Nearby, La Center 42056 (40% sold over asking) and Wickliffe 42087 (25% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

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Nearby markets

Bandana 42022 — /sq ftKevil 42053Balanced $135 /sq ftLa Center 42056Seller’s market $91 /sq ftWickliffe 42087Balanced $123 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Barlow real estate

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

A balanced market: there were 5.3 months of supply in Barlow, KY 42024 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 Barlow?

The typical home went under contract in 59 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Barlow sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 94.8% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Barlow?

About 0.73% of a home’s value a year in Ballard County, or roughly $2,920 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Barlow?

The median sale price was $169,827 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $94 per square foot.

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