Is Cotter, AR 72626 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Cotter housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 17% of homes in Cotter, AR 72626 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 42 days and there were 7.5 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 6 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold faster (50 days then) and the median sale price fell 10% to $182,921. Overall, Cotter is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Baxter County, homes here sell faster than in 89% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 89%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Norfork 72658 (0% sold over asking) or Midway 72651 (0% sold over asking), while Gassville 72635 (50% sold over asking) is even more competitive.