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SAINT JAMES, MN 56081

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
34
⇧ 78.9% vs 19 last year
Pending
7
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$194,250
⇧ 13.6% vs $171,050 last year
Average Price
$216,618
⇩ 9.9% vs $240,410 last year
Days on Market
111
⇩ 8.3% vs 121 days last year

Market Context

Population: 6,082  ·  Density: 13.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,863

Typical home value: $117,000  ·  Homeownership: 78.3%

Market Analysis

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

The SAINT JAMES, MN real estate market (56081) currently shows 34 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 111 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 15 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 111 days on market compared to 121 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 13.6% year-over-year, from $171,050 to $194,250.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 34 this year vs 19 last year
  • Days on market: 111 now vs 121 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $194,250 (+13.6% YoY)
  • Average: $216,618 (-9.9% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 28.8 miles — 110 listings ($26,775,652 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
56081Saint James, MN 560810.0 mi34$7,365,012$194,250$216,618
56162Ormsby, MN 5616210.7 mi1$48,500$48,500$48,500
56062Madelia, MN 5606211.4 mi4$1,064,600$309,900$266,150
56088Truman, MN 5608814.6 mi9$2,028,699$220,000$225,411
56019Comfrey, MN 5601915.4 mi2$166,000$83,000$83,000
56090Vernon Center, MN 5609019.9 mi3$675,000$225,000$225,000
56085Sleepy Eye, MN 5608521.3 mi8$1,815,600$209,900$226,950
56073New Ulm, MN 5607323.1 mi33$10,718,895$299,900$324,815
56010Amboy, MN 5601023.6 mi1$209,900$209,900$209,900
56021Courtland, MN 5602125.4 mi1$339,900$339,900$339,900
56098Winnebago, MN 5609826.8 mi11$1,784,046$139,700$162,186
56111Alpha, MN 5611127.3 mi2$494,000$247,000$247,000
56047Huntley, MN 5604728.8 mi1$65,500$65,500$65,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SAINT JAMES, MN 56081?

As of January 2026, there are 34 active listings in SAINT JAMES, MN (zip code 56081), compared to 19 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SAINT JAMES, MN 56081?

The median listing price in SAINT JAMES, MN 56081 is $194,250 as of January 2026, a 13.6% increase from $171,050 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SAINT JAMES, MN?

Homes in SAINT JAMES, MN 56081 spend an average of 111 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 121 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SAINT JAMES, MN 56081?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SAINT JAMES, MN 56081 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 15 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 111 days on market compared to 121 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SAINT JAMES, MN?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAINT JAMES, MN 56081 save an estimated $3,885 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $194,250. 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.