Is Americus, KS 66835 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Americus is a seller’s market. With about 2.1 months of supply and 0% 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 Americus housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Americus, KS 66835 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 12 days and there were 2.1 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 3 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 faster (35 days then) and the median sale price fell 11% to $159,831. Overall, Americus is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Lyon County, homes here sell faster than in 75% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
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Questions about Americus real estate
Is Americus a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 2.1 months of supply in Americus, KS 66835 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 Americus?
The typical home went under contract in 12 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Americus sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price.
What are property taxes in Americus?
About 1.55% of a home’s value a year in Lyon County, or roughly $6,200 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Americus?
The median sale price was $159,831 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $163 per square foot.
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Market data describes housing activity only. Figures are rolling 3-month values from Redfin and may be revised. Methodology