Is Ames, OK 73718 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Ames is a buyer’s market. With about 6.4 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply6.4Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list93.8%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market296Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$111

The Ames housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Ames, OK 73718 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 296 days and there were 6.4 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Nearby, Fairview 73737 (17% sold over asking) is even more competitive.

Nearby markets

Cleo Springs 73729Seller’s market $36 /sq ftFairview 73737Seller’s market $67 /sq ftMeno 73760 — /sq ftRingwood 73768Buyer’s market $63 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Ames real estate

Is Ames a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A buyer’s market: there were 6.4 months of supply in Ames, OK 73718 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 Ames?

The typical home went under contract in 296 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Ames sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 93.8% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Ames?

About 0.63% of a home’s value a year in Major County, or roughly $2,520 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Ames?

The median sale price was $257,888 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $111 per square foot.

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