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CAVE CITY, KY 42127

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
19
⇩ 13.6% vs 22 last year
Pending
2
11% pending ratio
Median Price
$229,900
⇩ 13.2% vs $265,000 last year
Average Price
$320,638
⇧ 16.2% vs $275,962 last year
Days on Market
83
⇩ 5.7% vs 88 days last year

Market Context

Population: 6,915  ·  Density: 29.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $41,145

Typical home value: $144,081  ·  Homeownership: 51.8%

Market Analysis

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

The CAVE CITY, KY real estate market (42127) currently shows 19 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 83 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 83 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 13.2% year-over-year, from $265,000 to $229,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 19 this year vs 22 last year
  • Days on market: 83 now vs 88 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $229,900 (-13.2% YoY)
  • Average: $320,638 (+16.2% 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 23.0 miles — 193 listings ($66,278,659 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
42127Cave City, KY 421270.0 mi19$6,092,122$229,900$320,638
42160Park City, KY 421608.5 mi12$2,619,324$229,900$218,277
42154Knob Lick, KY 4215412.3 mi1$750,000$750,000$750,000
42765Munfordville, KY 4276512.8 mi35$14,607,110$249,975$417,346
42171Smiths Grove, KY 4217114.5 mi41$11,850,845$289,900$289,045
42259Mammoth Cave, KY 4225915.6 mi9$2,662,704$217,000$295,856
42130Eighty Eight, KY 4213016.1 mi2$480,000$240,000$240,000
42156Lucas, KY 4215619.3 mi2$494,900$247,450$247,450
42166Summer Shade, KY 4216620.5 mi14$7,864,920$374,450$561,780
42123Austin, KY 4212321.2 mi4$3,019,868$700,000$754,967
42210Brownsville, KY 4221022.3 mi17$5,231,546$234,950$307,738
42285Sweeden, KY 4228522.6 mi2$599,800$299,900$299,900
42743Greensburg, KY 4274323.0 mi35$10,005,520$179,500$285,872

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CAVE CITY, KY 42127?

As of January 2026, there are 19 active listings in CAVE CITY, KY (zip code 42127), compared to 22 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CAVE CITY, KY 42127?

The median listing price in CAVE CITY, KY 42127 is $229,900 as of January 2026, a 13.2% decrease from $265,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CAVE CITY, KY 42127 spend an average of 83 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 88 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CAVE CITY, KY 42127?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CAVE CITY, KY 42127 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 83 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CAVE CITY, KY 42127 save an estimated $4,598 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $229,900. 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.