Is Winchester, KS 66097 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Winchester 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 Winchester housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 50% of homes in Winchester, KS 66097 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 122 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 fell from 75%, homes sold more slowly (29 days then) and the median sale price fell 43% to $107,628. Overall, Winchester is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Jefferson County, homes here sell more slowly, and more often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Grantville 66429 (0% sold over asking) or Ozawkie 66070 (0% sold over asking).
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Questions about Winchester real estate
Is Winchester a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 1.6 months of supply in Winchester, KS 66097 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 Winchester?
The typical home went under contract in 122 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Winchester sell over asking?
50% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.9% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Winchester?
About 1.26% of a home’s value a year in Jefferson County, or roughly $5,040 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Winchester?
The median sale price was $107,628 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $96 per square foot.
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