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Is Cottonwood, ID 83522 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Cottonwood 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 list33.3%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list100.5%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market45Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$178▲ +0.3% vs. last year

The Cottonwood housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 33% of homes in Cottonwood, ID 83522 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 45 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 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 more slowly (12 days then) and the median sale price rose 10% to $329,857. Overall, Cottonwood is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Idaho County, homes here sell faster than in 86% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 88%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Riggins 83549 (0% sold over asking) or Lucile 83542 (0% sold over asking).

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Questions about Cottonwood real estate

Is Cottonwood a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A buyer’s market: there were 9.6 months of supply in Cottonwood, ID 83522 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 Cottonwood?

The typical home went under contract in 45 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Cottonwood sell over asking?

33% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 100.5% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Cottonwood?

About 0.32% of a home’s value a year in Idaho County, or roughly $1,280 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Cottonwood?

The median sale price was $329,857 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $178 per square foot.

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