Is Princeton, MN 55371 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Princeton is a seller’s market. With about 2.3 months of supply and 24% 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 #190 of 296 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 supply2.3Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list24.2%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list99.2%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market29Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$210▲ +6.5% vs. last year

The Princeton housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 24% of homes in Princeton, MN 55371 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 29 days and there were 2.3 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 64 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 34%, homes sold more slowly (22 days then) and the median sale price rose 3% to $397,278. Overall, Princeton is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Within Mille Lacs County, homes here sell faster than in 60% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 60%. On our competition score, Princeton ranks #190 of 296 MN ZIP codes with enough sales (score 62 out of 100).

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Pease 56363 (0% sold over asking) or Onamia 56359 (13% sold over asking), while Foreston 56330 (75% sold over asking) and Milaca 56353 (28% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

Nearby markets

Foreston 56330Seller’s market $272 /sq ftMilaca 56353Seller’s market $187 /sq ftOnamia 56359Balanced $223 /sq ftPease 56363Buyer’s market $230 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Princeton real estate

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

A seller’s market: there were 2.3 months of supply in Princeton, MN 55371 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 29 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Princeton sell over asking?

24% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 99.2% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Princeton?

About 1.04% of a home’s value a year in Mille Lacs County, or roughly $4,160 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Princeton?

The median sale price was $397,278 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $210 per square foot.

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