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Is Roswell, NM 88201 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Roswell is a seller’s market. With about 2.5 months of supply and 0% 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 supply2.5Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list—Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market41Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$151▼ −1.9% vs. last year

The Roswell housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Roswell, NM 88201 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 41 days and there were 2.5 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 105 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold about as fast and the median sale price rose 6% to $297,121. Overall, Roswell is about as competitive as it was a year ago.

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Questions about Roswell real estate

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

A seller’s market: there were 2.5 months of supply in Roswell, NM 88201 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 Roswell?

The typical home went under contract in 41 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Roswell sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price.

What are property taxes in Roswell?

About 0.60% of a home’s value a year in Chaves County, or roughly $2,400 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Roswell?

The median sale price was $297,121 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $151 per square foot.

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