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Is Verndale, MN 56481 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Verndale is a buyer’s market. With about 22.4 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply22.4Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list98.3%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market21Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$141▼ −27.3% vs. last year

The Verndale housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Verndale, MN 56481 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 21 days and there were 22.4 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold faster (85 days then) and the median sale price fell 65% to $219,905. Overall, Verndale is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Nearby, Sebeka 56477 (40% sold over asking) and Wadena 56482 (26% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

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Nearby markets

Menahga 56464Buyer’s market $186 /sq ftSebeka 56477Balanced $152 /sq ftWadena 56482Seller’s market $133 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Verndale real estate

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

A buyer’s market: there were 22.4 months of supply in Verndale, MN 56481 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 Verndale?

The typical home went under contract in 21 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Verndale sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.3% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Verndale?

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

What is the median home price in Verndale?

The median sale price was $219,905 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $141 per square foot.

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