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Top 50 Buyer's Market — City

February 2026 · Source: Realtor.com

Buyer's Market

10 listings $236,175 median 117 days on market Buyer's Market

Mineral Ridge, OH has a population of roughly 4,819 with a median household income of $62,644. As of February 2026, there are 10 active listings with a median price of $236,175. Inventory has grown 100% year-over-year (from 5 to 10 listings), while homes are taking 5750% longer to sell (now 117 days vs. 2 days a year ago). These conditions create a favorable environment for buyers — more homes to choose from and less competition, giving negotiating power on price and terms. The median listing price has risen 62.9% compared to last year (from $145,000 to $236,175).

16 listings $336,150 median 286 days on market Buyer's Market

Gates, NC has a population of roughly 3,050 with a median household income of $57,500. As of February 2026, there are 16 active listings with a median price of $336,150. Inventory has grown 700% year-over-year (from 2 to 16 listings), while homes are taking 3077.8% longer to sell (now 286 days vs. 9 days a year ago). These conditions create a favorable environment for buyers — more homes to choose from and less competition, giving negotiating power on price and terms. The median listing price has risen 5% compared to last year (from $320,000 to $336,150).

12 listings $512,320 median 167 days on market Buyer's Market

Walworth, NY has a population of roughly 6,349 with a median household income of $100,491. As of February 2026, there are 12 active listings with a median price of $512,320. Inventory has grown 500% year-over-year (from 2 to 12 listings), while homes are taking 3240% longer to sell (now 167 days vs. 5 days a year ago). These conditions create a favorable environment for buyers — more homes to choose from and less competition, giving negotiating power on price and terms. The median listing price has risen 42.4% compared to last year (from $359,900 to $512,320).

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