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Is Helena, AR 72342 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Helena is a buyer’s market. With about 25.6 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply25.6Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list96%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market165Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$58▲ +141.5% vs. last year

The Helena housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Helena, AR 72342 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 165 days and there were 25.6 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. 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 14%, homes sold faster (203 days then) and the median sale price rose 158% to $154,933. Overall, Helena is about as competitive as it was a year ago.

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Questions about Helena real estate

Is Helena a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A buyer’s market: there were 25.6 months of supply in Helena, AR 72342 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 Helena?

The typical home went under contract in 165 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Helena sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 96.0% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Helena?

About 0.81% of a home’s value a year in Phillips County, or roughly $3,240 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Helena?

The median sale price was $154,933 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $58 per square foot.

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