Is Rushford, MN 55971 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Rushford is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 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.
The Rushford housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 22% of homes in Rushford, MN 55971 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 68 days and there were 3.2 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 17%, homes sold more slowly (20 days then) and the median sale price fell 13% to $242,162. Overall, Rushford is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Fillmore County, homes here sell more slowly than in any other ZIP code in the county, and sell more often over asking than in 50%.
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.
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Questions about Rushford real estate
Is Rushford a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Rushford, MN 55971 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 Rushford?
The typical home went under contract in 68 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Rushford sell over asking?
22% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 100.0% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Rushford?
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 Rushford?
The median sale price was $242,162 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $142 per square foot.
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