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Is Van Buren, MO 63965 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Van Buren is a buyer’s market. With about 9.6 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply9.6Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list83.9%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market76Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$143▲ +19.2% vs. last year

The Van Buren housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Van Buren, MO 63965 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 76 days and there were 9.6 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 6 sales, 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 more slowly (28 days then) and the median sale price fell 27% to $182,371. Overall, Van Buren is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

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Questions about Van Buren real estate

Is Van Buren a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A buyer’s market: there were 9.6 months of supply in Van Buren, MO 63965 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 Van Buren?

The typical home went under contract in 76 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Van Buren sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 83.9% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Van Buren?

About 0.42% of a home’s value a year in Carter County, or roughly $1,680 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Van Buren?

The median sale price was $182,371 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $143 per square foot.

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