Is Novelty, MO 63460 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Novelty is a seller’s market. With about 1.6 months of supply and 50% 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 Novelty housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 50% of homes in Novelty, MO 63460 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 116 days and there were 1.6 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 2 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 0%, homes sold faster (152 days then) and the median sale price fell 54% to $114,400. Overall, Novelty is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Rutledge 63563 (0% sold over asking) or Edina 63537 (0% sold over asking).
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Questions about Novelty real estate
Is Novelty a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 1.6 months of supply in Novelty, MO 63460 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 Novelty?
The typical home went under contract in 116 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Novelty sell over asking?
50% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 107.3% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Novelty?
About 0.83% of a home’s value a year in Knox County, or roughly $3,320 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Novelty?
The median sale price was $114,400 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $83 per square foot.
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