Is Compton, AR 72624 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Compton is a balanced market. With about 5.3 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The Compton housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Compton, AR 72624 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 181 days and there were 5.3 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. 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 more slowly (96 days then) and the median sale price rose 116% to $345,528. Overall, Compton is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Newton County, homes here sell more slowly, and less often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Vendor 72683 (33% sold over asking) is even more competitive.
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Questions about Compton real estate
Is Compton a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 5.3 months of supply in Compton, AR 72624 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 Compton?
The typical home went under contract in 181 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Compton sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 96.2% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Compton?
About 0.38% of a home’s value a year in Newton County, or roughly $1,520 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Compton?
The median sale price was $345,528 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $140 per square foot.
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