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REDDING, CT 06896

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Western Connecticut Planning Region County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
20
⇩ 20% vs 25 last year
Pending
11
55% pending ratio
Median Price
$979,000
⇩ 34.7% vs $1,499,000 last year
Average Price
$2,285,991
⇧ 37.6% vs $1,661,664 last year
Days on Market
62
⇩ 40.4% vs 104 days last year

Market Context

Population: 8,747  ·  Density: 107.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $165,176

Typical home value: $633,596  ·  Homeownership: 88.3%

Market Analysis

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

The REDDING, CT real estate market (06896) currently shows 20 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 62 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 62 days on market compared to 104 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 34.7% year-over-year, from $1,499,000 to $979,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 20 this year vs 25 last year
  • Days on market: 62 now vs 104 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $979,000 (-34.7% YoY)
  • Average: $2,285,991 (+37.6% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 12.6 miles — 411 listings ($626,674,189 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
06896Redding, CT 068960.0 mi20$45,719,820$979,000$2,285,991
06883Weston, CT 068835.4 mi19$35,072,993$1,495,000$1,845,947
06877Ridgefield, CT 068775.8 mi60$95,958,180$1,349,500$1,599,303
06470Newtown, CT 064707.2 mi30$28,889,760$749,000$962,992
10590South Salem, NY 105908.4 mi10$15,597,420$949,500$1,559,742
06811Danbury, CT 068119.5 mi48$27,317,616$519,000$569,117
06482Sandy Hook, CT 0648210.3 mi31$23,212,893$710,000$748,803
06825Fairfield, CT 0682510.8 mi35$29,095,815$729,000$831,309
10518Cross River, NY 1051811.2 mi1$950,000$950,000$950,000
10576Pound Ridge, NY 1057611.4 mi10$26,150,000$2,350,000$2,615,000
06851Norwalk, CT 0685111.5 mi50$32,543,750$658,500$650,875
06840New Canaan, CT 0684011.5 mi59$239,396,158$3,095,000$4,057,562
06850Norwalk, CT 0685012.6 mi38$26,769,784$655,000$704,468

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in REDDING, CT 06896?

As of January 2026, there are 20 active listings in REDDING, CT (zip code 06896), compared to 25 the prior year.

What is the median home price in REDDING, CT 06896?

The median listing price in REDDING, CT 06896 is $979,000 as of January 2026, a 34.7% decrease from $1,499,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in REDDING, CT?

Homes in REDDING, CT 06896 spend an average of 62 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 104 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in REDDING, CT 06896?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, REDDING, CT 06896 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 62 days on market compared to 104 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in REDDING, CT?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in REDDING, CT 06896 save an estimated $19,580 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $979,000. 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.