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BAXTER, TN 38544

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

Market Analysis

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

The BAXTER, TN real estate market (38544) currently shows 79 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 57 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 20 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

The median listing price has risen 0.1% year-over-year, from $349,225 to $349,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 7,283  ·  Density: 35.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,557

Typical home value: $206,575  ·  Homeownership: 82.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
79
⇧ 33.9% vs 59 last year
Pending
26
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$349,450
⇧ 0.1% vs $349,225 last year
Average Price
$446,359
⇧ 12.9% vs $395,379 last year
Days on Market
57
vs 57 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$195
⇩ 2% vs $199/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,893 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 79 this year vs 59 last year
  • Days on market: 57 now vs 57 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $349,450 (+0.1% YoY)
  • Average: $446,359 (+12.9% 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 23.3 miles — 703 listings ($333,315,967 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
38544Baxter, TN 385440.0 mi65$27,044,615$349,900$416,071
38545Bloomington Springs, TN 385458.0 mi4$1,643,168$393,475$410,792
38501Cookeville, TN 3850110.3 mi150$68,051,250$399,800$453,675
38552Chestnut Mound, TN 3855210.9 mi3$933,126$299,225$311,042
38506Cookeville, TN 3850613.1 mi180$93,869,820$429,450$521,499
38560Elmwood, TN 3856014.2 mi6$2,994,828$462,450$499,138
38562Gainesboro, TN 3856216.3 mi38$16,268,864$354,248$428,128
38583Sparta, TN 3858317.2 mi181$87,120,911$349,675$481,331
37095Liberty, TN 3709519.0 mi7$6,013,728$569,915$859,104
37012Alexandria, TN 3701219.4 mi11$4,346,529$353,000$395,139
38563Gordonsville, TN 3856320.4 mi28$11,348,288$368,900$405,296
38559Doyle, TN 3855922.9 mi15$7,832,835$395,500$522,189
38580Rickman, TN 3858023.3 mi15$5,848,005$375,500$389,867

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BAXTER, TN 38544?

As of June 2026, there are 79 active listings in BAXTER, TN (zip code 38544), compared to 59 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BAXTER, TN 38544?

The median listing price in BAXTER, TN 38544 is $349,450 as of June 2026, a 0.1% increase from $349,225 the prior year.

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

Homes in BAXTER, TN 38544 spend an average of 57 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 57 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BAXTER, TN 38544?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of June 2026, BAXTER, TN 38544 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 20 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BAXTER, TN 38544 save an estimated $6,989 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $349,450. 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.