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SPENCER, TN 38585

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Van Buren County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
31
⇩ 6.1% vs 33 last year
Pending
6
19% pending ratio
Median Price
$265,000
⇩ 10.9% vs $297,550 last year
Average Price
$343,005
⇩ 15.3% vs $404,782 last year
Days on Market
99
⇩ 6.6% vs 106 days last year

Market Context

Population: 4,643  ·  Density: 9.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $43,247

Typical home value: $117,109  ·  Homeownership: 76.3%

Market Analysis

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

The SPENCER, TN real estate market (38585) currently shows 31 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 99 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 99 days on market compared to 106 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.9% year-over-year, from $297,550 to $265,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 31 this year vs 33 last year
  • Days on market: 99 now vs 106 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $265,000 (-10.9% YoY)
  • Average: $343,005 (-15.3% 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 30.7 miles — 799 listings ($402,953,205 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
38585Spencer, TN 385850.0 mi31$10,633,155$265,000$343,005
38581Rock Island, TN 3858111.6 mi19$12,170,773$310,000$640,567
37367Pikeville, TN 3736712.2 mi50$19,058,200$307,450$381,164
38583Sparta, TN 3858317.7 mi175$81,956,175$339,900$468,321
37327Dunlap, TN 3732718.5 mi99$51,715,026$385,000$522,374
37338Graysville, TN 3733822.0 mi22$10,240,428$352,000$465,474
37365Palmer, TN 3736522.9 mi10$4,068,430$268,000$406,843
37166Smithville, TN 3716626.2 mi131$68,164,409$398,000$520,339
37321Dayton, TN 3732126.7 mi81$39,947,823$357,450$493,183
37313Coalmont, TN 3731326.8 mi5$2,841,335$529,900$568,267
37301Altamont, TN 3730128.1 mi10$5,935,880$359,950$593,588
37357Morrison, TN 3735728.7 mi23$10,257,264$435,000$445,968
37379Soddy Daisy, TN 3737930.7 mi143$85,964,307$471,950$601,149

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SPENCER, TN 38585?

As of January 2026, there are 31 active listings in SPENCER, TN (zip code 38585), compared to 33 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SPENCER, TN 38585?

The median listing price in SPENCER, TN 38585 is $265,000 as of January 2026, a 10.9% decrease from $297,550 the prior year.

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

Homes in SPENCER, TN 38585 spend an average of 99 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 106 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SPENCER, TN 38585?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SPENCER, TN 38585 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 99 days on market compared to 106 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SPENCER, TN 38585 save an estimated $5,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $265,000. 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.