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BENSON, MN 56215

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
18
⇧ 5.9% vs 17 last year
Pending
2
11% pending ratio
Median Price
$182,000
⇩ 3.5% vs $188,675 last year
Average Price
$262,081
⇧ 33.2% vs $196,801 last year
Days on Market
126
⇩ 3.1% vs 130 days last year

Market Context

Population: 4,696  ·  Density: 8.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $54,942

Typical home value: $147,119  ·  Homeownership: 69.5%

Market Analysis

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

The BENSON, MN real estate market (56215) currently shows 18 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 126 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 126 days on market compared to 130 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.5% year-over-year, from $188,675 to $182,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 18 this year vs 17 last year
  • Days on market: 126 now vs 130 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $182,000 (-3.5% YoY)
  • Average: $262,081 (+33.2% 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 31.0 miles — 122 listings ($37,038,381 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
56215Benson, MN 562150.0 mi18$4,717,458$182,000$262,081
56231Danvers, MN 562319.6 mi1$86,500$86,500$86,500
56252Kerkhoven, MN 5625216.0 mi5$1,247,500$249,500$249,500
56289Sunburg, MN 5628917.0 mi0$0$300,000$300,000
56279Pennock, MN 5627920.4 mi2$836,000$418,000$418,000
56334Glenwood, MN 5633421.8 mi20$6,635,120$275,000$331,756
56295Watson, MN 5629522.7 mi1$89,000$89,000$89,000
56316Brooten, MN 5631624.3 mi6$857,664$142,944$142,944
56222Clara City, MN 5622224.7 mi6$1,726,002$262,500$287,667
56282Raymond, MN 5628225.9 mi2$570,000$285,000$285,000
56349Lowry, MN 5634928.6 mi1$395,000$395,000$395,000
56201Willmar, MN 5620129.6 mi59$19,608,237$284,900$332,343
56327Farwell, MN 5632731.0 mi1$269,900$269,900$269,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BENSON, MN 56215?

As of January 2026, there are 18 active listings in BENSON, MN (zip code 56215), compared to 17 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BENSON, MN 56215?

The median listing price in BENSON, MN 56215 is $182,000 as of January 2026, a 3.5% decrease from $188,675 the prior year.

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

Homes in BENSON, MN 56215 spend an average of 126 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 130 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BENSON, MN 56215?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BENSON, MN 56215 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 126 days on market compared to 130 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BENSON, MN 56215 save an estimated $3,640 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $182,000. 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.