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HARLAN, KY 40831

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
9
⇧ 12.5% vs 8 last year
Pending
4
44% pending ratio
Median Price
$207,900
⇩ 10.1% vs $231,175 last year
Average Price
$263,950
⇩ 1.7% vs $268,540 last year
Days on Market
141
⇩ 14.5% vs 165 days last year

Market Context

Population: 5,100  ·  Density: 29.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $29,746

Typical home value: $113,965  ·  Homeownership: 52.4%

Market Analysis

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

The HARLAN, KY real estate market (40831) currently shows 9 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 141 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 141 days on market compared to 165 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.1% year-over-year, from $231,175 to $207,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 9 this year vs 8 last year
  • Days on market: 141 now vs 165 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $207,900 (-10.1% YoY)
  • Average: $263,950 (-1.7% 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 20.6 miles — 127 listings ($49,246,886 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
40831Harlan, KY 408310.0 mi9$2,375,550$207,900$263,950
40873Wallins Creek, KY 408735.2 mi7$1,044,701$149,900$149,243
40818Coalgood, KY 408186.3 mi1$145,000$145,000$145,000
24281Rose Hill, VA 242817.9 mi15$3,193,005$189,000$212,867
40845Hulen, KY 4084510.4 mi1$55,440$55,440$55,440
24263Jonesville, VA 2426312.0 mi15$5,041,995$230,000$336,133
40828Evarts, KY 4082812.6 mi8$548,448$49,900$68,556
24248Ewing, VA 2424813.5 mi13$6,080,815$235,000$467,755
40870Totz, KY 4087015.5 mi1$150,000$150,000$150,000
24277Pennington Gap, VA 2427716.9 mi16$2,743,424$154,250$171,464
37869Sneedville, TN 3786917.9 mi38$27,115,508$285,000$713,566
40979Roark, KY 4097918.8 mi2$378,000$189,000$189,000
40997Walker, KY 4099720.6 mi1$375,000$375,000$375,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HARLAN, KY 40831?

As of January 2026, there are 9 active listings in HARLAN, KY (zip code 40831), compared to 8 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HARLAN, KY 40831?

The median listing price in HARLAN, KY 40831 is $207,900 as of January 2026, a 10.1% decrease from $231,175 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in HARLAN, KY?

Homes in HARLAN, KY 40831 spend an average of 141 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 165 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HARLAN, KY 40831?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HARLAN, KY 40831 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 141 days on market compared to 165 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in HARLAN, KY?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HARLAN, KY 40831 save an estimated $4,158 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $207,900. 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.