Is South Bend, IN 46628 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

South Bend is a seller’s market. With about 2.4 months of supply and 30% 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.

Competition score62/ 100

More competitive than 65% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #80 of 306 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 August 31, 2026. See the breakdown

Months of supply2.4Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list30.1%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list97.9%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market19Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$133▲ +20.4% vs. last year

The South Bend housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 30% of homes in South Bend, IN 46628 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 19 days and there were 2.4 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 127 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (30% then), homes sold faster (21 days then) and the median sale price rose 34% to $234,898. Overall, South Bend is about as competitive as it was a year ago.

Within St. Joseph County, homes here sell more slowly than in 65% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 59%. On our competition score, South Bend ranks #80 of 306 IN ZIP codes with enough sales (score 62 out of 100).

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at New Carlisle 46552 (6% sold over asking) or Lakeville 46536 (18% sold over asking), while Wyatt 46595 (100% sold over asking) and South Bend 46616 (47% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

Nearby markets

Granger 46530Seller’s market $153 /sq ftLakeville 46536Seller’s market $164 /sq ftMishawaka 46544Seller’s market $144 /sq ftMishawaka 46545Seller’s market $159 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about South Bend real estate

Is South Bend a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A seller’s market: there were 2.4 months of supply in South Bend, IN 46628 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 South Bend?

The typical home went under contract in 19 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in South Bend sell over asking?

30% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.9% of the list price.

What are property taxes in South Bend?

About 0.86% of a home’s value a year in St. Joseph County, or roughly $3,440 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in South Bend?

The median sale price was $234,898 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $133 per square foot.

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