Is Benton, KS 67017 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Benton is a seller’s market. With about 0.9 months of supply and 14% 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 Benton housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 14% of homes in Benton, KS 67017 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 7 days and there were 0.9 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 7 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 17%, homes sold faster (36 days then) and the median sale price rose 29% to $359,844. Overall, Benton is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Butler County, homes here sell faster than in 78% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 60%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Whitewater 67154 (0% sold over asking) or Leon 67074 (0% sold over asking), while Towanda 67144 (33% sold over asking) and Andover 67002 (32% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Benton real estate
Is Benton a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 0.9 months of supply in Benton, KS 67017 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 Benton?
The typical home went under contract in 7 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Benton sell over asking?
14% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.5% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Benton?
About 1.46% of a home’s value a year in Butler County, or roughly $5,840 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Benton?
The median sale price was $359,844 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $150 per square foot.
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