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Is West Helena, AR 72390 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

West Helena 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-list98.2%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market101Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$54▲ +176.3% vs. last year

The West Helena housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in West Helena, AR 72390 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 101 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 4 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 (78 days then) and the median sale price rose 260% to $89,961. Overall, West Helena is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

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Questions about West Helena real estate

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

A buyer’s market: there were 9.6 months of supply in West Helena, AR 72390 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 West Helena?

The typical home went under contract in 101 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in West Helena sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.2% of the list price.

What are property taxes in West 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 West Helena?

The median sale price was $89,961 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $54 per square foot.

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