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Is La Jara, CO 81140 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

La Jara is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 67% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.

Months of supply3.2Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list66.6%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list97.8%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market38Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$187▲ +46.2% vs. last year

The La Jara housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 67% of homes in La Jara, CO 81140 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 38 days and there were 3.2 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. 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 rose from 0%, homes sold faster (66 days then) and the median sale price rose 18% to $259,888. Overall, La Jara is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

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Questions about La Jara real estate

Is La Jara a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in La Jara, CO 81140 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 La Jara?

The typical home went under contract in 38 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in La Jara sell over asking?

67% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.8% of the list price.

What are property taxes in La Jara?

About 0.40% of a home’s value a year in Conejos County, or roughly $1,600 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in La Jara?

The median sale price was $259,888 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $187 per square foot.

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