Kentucky Home Sales Reach Median Price of $285,000
The latest state report shows a 5.19-month supply of homes with properties spending a median of 18 days on the market.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Residential
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Kentucky housing market data released on September 17, 2026, shows that homes across the state sold for a median price of $285,000 during August. This report tracks key activity as property inventory reached a 5.19-month supply.
Why it matters
These figures provide a benchmark for homeowners and prospective buyers to gauge property values and supply levels following the second quarter of 2026. Understanding these trends helps families assess their position in the current Kentucky housing landscape.
The median sales price for Kentucky homes reached $285,000 in August, with an average price of $333,651. During that same month, 6,081 new listings entered the market, and properties spent a median of 18 days listed before selling.
The players
Kentucky REALTORS
A statewide trade association that represents members and monitors residential real estate market trends.
The details
Market data is aggregated from participating member boards across the state to provide a snapshot of residential real estate performance. The inventory level is measured in months of supply, indicating how long it would take to exhaust current listings at the existing sales pace. These metrics help define the speed of transactions and the availability of housing stock for potential buyers.
Timeline
• Q2 2026: Total sales volume across the state reached $4.70 billion.
• August 2026: Total real estate sales volume for the state was $1.33 billion.
• September 15, 2026: Data was collected from participating member boards.
• September 17, 2026: Kentucky REALTORS released the official August market report.
The Home Front
This August data continues the market activity trajectory established by the $4.70 billion in sales recorded during the second quarter of 2026. Monitoring these monthly reports is essential for tracking how inventory levels interact with state-wide pricing benchmarks.
Review your household budget and property valuation against the current median sales price of $285,000. Use professional tools to estimate how these prevailing market conditions influence your individual purchasing or selling capacity.
The takeaway
Understanding the 5.19-month inventory supply and 18-day median time on market provides a clearer picture of regional real estate competitiveness. Keep this report as a reference point when evaluating seasonal changes in property availability.
Further reading
For broader trends in state property sales, visit Residential.
More information
Calculate your own home-buying metrics using the Kentucky REALTORS Purchasing Power Calculator.
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