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HORSE CAVE, KY 42749

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
22
⇩ 4.3% vs 23 last year
Pending
4
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$219,000
⇩ 2.7% vs $224,975 last year
Average Price
$226,663
⇩ 20.2% vs $283,891 last year
Days on Market
104
⇧ 76.3% vs 59 days last year

Market Context

Population: 5,095  ·  Density: 21.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $45,833

Typical home value: $106,914  ·  Homeownership: 69.5%

Market Analysis

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

The HORSE CAVE, KY real estate market (42749) currently shows 22 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 104 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 59 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.7% year-over-year, from $224,975 to $219,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 22 this year vs 23 last year
  • Days on market: 104 now vs 59 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $219,000 (-2.7% YoY)
  • Average: $226,663 (-20.2% 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 23.8 miles — 154 listings ($47,098,252 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
42749Horse Cave, KY 427490.0 mi22$4,986,586$219,000$226,663
42746Hardyville, KY 427468.0 mi5$1,087,250$217,450$217,450
42722Canmer, KY 4272210.5 mi6$1,294,800$203,700$215,800
42160Park City, KY 4216012.8 mi12$2,619,324$229,900$218,277
42713Bonnieville, KY 4271312.9 mi7$1,793,631$257,475$256,233
42259Mammoth Cave, KY 4225916.6 mi9$2,662,704$217,000$295,856
42757Magnolia, KY 4275716.8 mi4$1,079,932$265,000$269,983
42784Upton, KY 4278418.2 mi10$2,564,430$245,000$256,443
42130Eighty Eight, KY 4213019.2 mi2$480,000$240,000$240,000
42129Edmonton, KY 4212920.9 mi21$6,238,995$262,000$297,095
42726Clarkson, KY 4272622.1 mi40$13,825,880$299,900$345,647
42166Summer Shade, KY 4216623.3 mi14$7,864,920$374,450$561,780
42285Sweeden, KY 4228523.8 mi2$599,800$299,900$299,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HORSE CAVE, KY 42749?

As of January 2026, there are 22 active listings in HORSE CAVE, KY (zip code 42749), compared to 23 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HORSE CAVE, KY 42749?

The median listing price in HORSE CAVE, KY 42749 is $219,000 as of January 2026, a 2.7% decrease from $224,975 the prior year.

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

Homes in HORSE CAVE, KY 42749 spend an average of 104 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 59 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HORSE CAVE, KY 42749?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HORSE CAVE, KY 42749 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 59 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HORSE CAVE, KY 42749 save an estimated $4,380 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $219,000. 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.