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Is West Paducah, KY 42086 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

West Paducah 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.

Months of supply1.8Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list14.3%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list98%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market28Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$152▲ +30.2% vs. last year

The West Paducah housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 14% of homes in West Paducah, KY 42086 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 28 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 67%, homes sold faster (49 days then) and the median sale price rose 79% to $334,855. Overall, West Paducah is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Nearby, Paducah 42001 (19% sold over asking) and Paducah 42003 (17% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

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Questions about West Paducah real estate

Is West Paducah a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A seller’s market: there were 1.8 months of supply in West Paducah, KY 42086 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 West Paducah?

The typical home went under contract in 28 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in West Paducah sell over asking?

14% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.0% of the list price.

What are property taxes in West Paducah?

About 0.75% of a home’s value a year in McCracken County, or roughly $3,000 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in West Paducah?

The median sale price was $334,855 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $152 per square foot.

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