Is Darwin, MN 55324 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Darwin is a seller’s market. With about 1.4 months of supply and 22% 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 supply1.4Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list22.2%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list98.1%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market27Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$196▼ −50.6% vs. last year

The Darwin housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 22% of homes in Darwin, MN 55324 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 27 days and there were 1.4 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 9 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 11%, homes sold faster (48 days then) and the median sale price fell 12% to $409,823. Overall, Darwin is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Meeker County, homes here sell more slowly than in 83% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 83%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Cosmos 56228 (0% sold over asking) or Watkins 55389 (0% sold over asking), while Litchfield 55355 (29% sold over asking) is even more competitive.

Nearby markets

Cosmos 56228 $398 /sq ftDassel 55325Seller’s market $184 /sq ftEden Valley 55329Seller’s market $125 /sq ftGrove City 56243Seller’s market $126 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Darwin real estate

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

A seller’s market: there were 1.4 months of supply in Darwin, MN 55324 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 Darwin?

The typical home went under contract in 27 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Darwin sell over asking?

22% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.1% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Darwin?

About 0.90% of a home’s value a year in Meeker County, or roughly $3,600 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Darwin?

The median sale price was $409,823 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $196 per square foot.

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