Is Olivia, MN 56277 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Olivia is a balanced market. With about 5 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The Olivia housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 33% of homes in Olivia, MN 56277 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 17 days and there were 5 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. 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 13%, homes sold faster (39 days then) and the median sale price fell 24% to $184,920. Overall, Olivia is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Renville County, homes here sell faster than in any other ZIP code in the county, and sell more often over asking than in 86%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Sacred Heart 56285 (0% sold over asking) or Renville 56284 (0% sold over asking), while Morton 56270 (50% sold over asking) is even more competitive.
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Questions about Olivia real estate
Is Olivia a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 5 months of supply in Olivia, MN 56277 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 Olivia?
The typical home went under contract in 17 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Olivia sell over asking?
33% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 96.6% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Olivia?
About 1.04% of a home’s value a year in Renville County, or roughly $4,160 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Olivia?
The median sale price was $184,920 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $133 per square foot.
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