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BENTON, MO 63736

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Scott County
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The BENTON, MO real estate market (63736) currently shows 10 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 105 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 105 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.2% year-over-year, from $244,900 to $219,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 3,335  ·  Density: 21.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,622

Typical home value: $128,672  ·  Homeownership: 73.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
10
⇧ 25% vs 8 last year
Pending
4
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$219,950
⇩ 10.2% vs $244,900 last year
Average Price
$477,668
⇧ 56.4% vs $305,430 last year
Days on Market
105
⇧ 47.9% vs 71 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$151
⇩ 1.3% vs $153/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,723 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 10 this year vs 8 last year
  • Days on market: 105 now vs 71 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $219,950 (-10.2% YoY)
  • Average: $477,668 (+56.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 24.9 miles — 288 listings ($80,619,684 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
63736Benton, MO 637360.0 mi9$4,591,989$235,750$510,221
63771Oran, MO 6377110.6 mi8$2,163,200$299,000$270,400
63740Chaffee, MO 6374011.2 mi5$709,800$134,900$141,960
63823Bertrand, MO 6382313.2 mi5$661,665$102,250$132,333
63801Sikeston, MO 6380113.5 mi91$16,531,879$169,900$181,669
62957McClure, IL 6295716.9 mi8$519,200$59,900$64,900
63834Charleston, MO 6383417.4 mi15$2,952,825$113,500$196,855
63701Cape Girardeau, MO 6370117.9 mi131$50,325,746$313,900$384,166
63882Wyatt, MO 6388220.1 mi2$15,800$7,900$7,900
63730Advance, MO 6373021.9 mi8$1,159,680$135,000$144,960
63867Matthews, MO 6386723.2 mi4$673,000$168,250$168,250
62992Ullin, IL 6299224.3 mi1$105,000$105,000$105,000
62970Olmsted, IL 6297024.9 mi1$209,900$209,900$209,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BENTON, MO 63736?

As of February 2026, there are 10 active listings in BENTON, MO (zip code 63736), compared to 8 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BENTON, MO 63736?

The median listing price in BENTON, MO 63736 is $219,950 as of February 2026, a 10.2% decrease from $244,900 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in BENTON, MO?

Homes in BENTON, MO 63736 spend an average of 105 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 71 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BENTON, MO 63736?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, BENTON, MO 63736 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 105 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in BENTON, MO?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BENTON, MO 63736 save an estimated $4,399 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $219,950. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.