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Is Princeton, KY 42445 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Princeton is a buyer’s market. With about 6.9 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Competition score25/ 100

More competitive than 20% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #121 of 162 in the state.

Based on share sold above original list, sale-to-list ratio, months of supply and days on market for the 3 months ending July 31, 2026. See the breakdown

Months of supply6.9Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list14.3%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list94.1%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market53Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$132▲ +8.2% vs. last year

The Princeton housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 14% of homes in Princeton, KY 42445 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 53 days and there were 6.9 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. That’s based on 14 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 8%, homes sold faster (82 days then) and the median sale price fell 2% to $175,924. Overall, Princeton is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

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Questions about Princeton real estate

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

A buyer’s market: there were 6.9 months of supply in Princeton, KY 42445 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 Princeton?

The typical home went under contract in 53 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Princeton sell over asking?

14% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 94.1% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Princeton?

About 0.54% of a home’s value a year in Caldwell County, or roughly $2,160 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Princeton?

The median sale price was $175,924 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $132 per square foot.

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