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COOKEVILLE, TN 38501

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Putnam County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
143
⇩ 5.9% vs 152 last year
Pending
26
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$399,900
⇧ 3.3% vs $387,000 last year
Average Price
$462,168
⇧ 0.8% vs $458,589 last year
Days on Market
74
⇧ 17.5% vs 63 days last year

Market Context

Population: 41,930  ·  Density: 185.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $49,373

Typical home value: $221,273  ·  Homeownership: 50.2%

Market Analysis

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

The COOKEVILLE, TN real estate market (38501) currently shows 143 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 74 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 74 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.3% year-over-year, from $387,000 to $399,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 143 this year vs 152 last year
  • Days on market: 74 now vs 63 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $399,900 (+3.3% YoY)
  • Average: $462,168 (+0.8% 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 23.7 miles — 534 listings ($238,061,377 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
38501Cookeville, TN 385010.0 mi143$66,090,024$399,900$462,168
38545Bloomington Springs, TN 385456.8 mi4$2,423,900$487,450$605,975
38562Gainesboro, TN 3856210.9 mi42$17,680,320$362,000$420,960
38580Rickman, TN 3858014.0 mi16$6,236,864$365,000$389,804
38568Hilham, TN 3856815.0 mi20$6,545,960$268,465$327,298
38552Chestnut Mound, TN 3855215.3 mi3$938,799$299,900$312,933
38574Monterey, TN 3857418.5 mi62$28,660,058$425,000$462,259
38588Whitleyville, TN 3858818.8 mi8$3,818,840$357,450$477,355
38583Sparta, TN 3858320.2 mi175$81,956,175$339,900$468,321
38567Hickman, TN 3856722.0 mi6$4,087,200$499,900$681,200
37030Carthage, TN 3703023.2 mi39$14,337,453$334,000$367,627
38543Alpine, TN 3854323.5 mi8$2,507,040$249,900$313,380
38541Allons, TN 3854123.7 mi8$2,778,744$350,000$347,343

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COOKEVILLE, TN 38501?

As of January 2026, there are 143 active listings in COOKEVILLE, TN (zip code 38501), compared to 152 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COOKEVILLE, TN 38501?

The median listing price in COOKEVILLE, TN 38501 is $399,900 as of January 2026, a 3.3% increase from $387,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in COOKEVILLE, TN?

Homes in COOKEVILLE, TN 38501 spend an average of 74 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 63 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COOKEVILLE, TN 38501?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, COOKEVILLE, TN 38501 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 74 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in COOKEVILLE, TN?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in COOKEVILLE, TN 38501 save an estimated $7,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $399,900. 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.