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BENSON, MN 56215

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The BENSON, MN real estate market (56215) currently shows 19 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 134 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 134 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.7% year-over-year, from $189,900 to $175,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
19
⇩ 17.4% vs 23 last year
Pending
2
11% pending ratio
Median Price
$175,250
⇩ 7.7% vs $189,900 last year
Average Price
$261,278
⇧ 31.1% vs $199,250 last year
Days on Market
134
⇧ 106.2% vs 65 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$109
vs $109/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,745 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 19 this year vs 23 last year
  • Days on market: 134 now vs 65 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $175,250 (-7.7% YoY)
  • Average: $261,278 (+31.1% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 31.8 miles — 153 listings ($56,762,045 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
56215Benson, MN 562150.0 mi17$4,506,734$178,500$265,102
56244Hancock, MN 5624415.6 mi3$622,350$207,450$207,450
56381Starbuck, MN 5638116.9 mi13$5,554,900$333,500$427,300
56262Milan, MN 5626219.4 mi1$40,000$40,000$40,000
56208Appleton, MN 5620821.8 mi14$2,597,644$169,900$185,546
56265Montevideo, MN 5626522.0 mi53$13,621,530$248,200$257,010
56323Cyrus, MN 5632323.5 mi2$404,000$202,000$202,000
56260Maynard, MN 5626024.4 mi1$135,000$135,000$135,000
56267Morris, MN 5626725.7 mi14$2,764,650$176,975$197,475
56207Alberta, MN 5620727.5 mi1$78,500$78,500$78,500
56273New London, MN 5627329.4 mi14$6,384,322$396,225$456,023
56288Spicer, MN 5628830.7 mi19$19,423,415$716,500$1,022,285
56312Belgrade, MN 5631231.8 mi1$629,000$629,000$629,000

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 19 active listings in BENSON, MN (zip code 56215), compared to 23 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in BENSON, MN 56215 is $175,250 as of March 2026, a 7.7% decrease from $189,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in BENSON, MN 56215 spend an average of 134 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 65 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 March 2026, BENSON, MN 56215 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 134 days on market compared to 65 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 $3,505 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $175,250. 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.