Is Preston, MN 55965 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Preston is a seller’s market. With about 3.6 months of supply and 11% 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 supply3.6Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list11.1%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list98.4%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market18Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$163▲ +35.5% vs. last year

The Preston housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 11% of homes in Preston, MN 55965 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 18 days and there were 3.6 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 8%, homes sold faster (21 days then) and the median sale price rose 25% to $209,809. Overall, Preston is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Fillmore County, homes here sell faster than in 50% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 60%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Mabel 55954 (0% sold over asking) or Lanesboro 55949 (0% sold over asking), while Fountain 55935 (60% sold over asking) and Peterson 55962 (50% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

Nearby markets

Canton 55922Seller’s market $269 /sq ftChatfield 55923Buyer’s market $147 /sq ftFountain 55935Seller’s market $153 /sq ftHarmony 55939Seller’s market $120 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Preston real estate

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

A seller’s market: there were 3.6 months of supply in Preston, MN 55965 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 Preston?

The typical home went under contract in 18 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Preston sell over asking?

11% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.4% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Preston?

About 0.94% of a home’s value a year in Fillmore County, or roughly $3,760 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Preston?

The median sale price was $209,809 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $163 per square foot.

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