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JEFFERSON, SD 57038

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
7
⇩ 12.5% vs 8 last year
Pending
1
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$677,500
⇧ 63.3% vs $415,000 last year
Average Price
$664,150
⇧ 42% vs $467,612 last year
Days on Market
79
⇧ 38.6% vs 57 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,577  ·  Density: 12.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $84,083

Typical home value: $283,802  ·  Homeownership: 91.5%

Market Analysis

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

The JEFFERSON, SD real estate market (57038) currently shows 7 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 79 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 79 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 63.3% year-over-year, from $415,000 to $677,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 7 this year vs 8 last year
  • Days on market: 79 now vs 57 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $677,500 (+63.3% YoY)
  • Average: $664,150 (+42% 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 21.2 miles — 212 listings ($67,926,827 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
57038Jefferson, SD 570380.0 mi7$4,649,050$677,500$664,150
51109Sioux City, IA 511095.3 mi4$1,047,900$261,975$261,975
51103Sioux City, IA 511037.9 mi34$8,566,810$182,450$251,965
51104Sioux City, IA 511049.4 mi50$14,636,300$269,500$292,726
68776South Sioux City, NE 6877610.7 mi21$7,780,815$399,250$370,515
51101Sioux City, IA 5110111.2 mi1$199,995$199,995$199,995
51105Sioux City, IA 5110511.9 mi7$1,156,267$170,000$165,181
51106Sioux City, IA 5110615.5 mi58$17,237,484$240,000$297,198
51024Hinton, IA 5102416.2 mi7$3,434,669$485,000$490,667
51001Akron, IA 5100118.0 mi7$1,891,316$274,000$270,188
51054Sergeant Bluff, IA 5105418.8 mi13$5,768,321$424,950$443,717
57010Burbank, SD 5701020.3 mi2$1,398,000$699,000$699,000
68732Dixon, NE 6873221.2 mi1$159,900$159,900$159,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in JEFFERSON, SD 57038?

As of January 2026, there are 7 active listings in JEFFERSON, SD (zip code 57038), compared to 8 the prior year.

What is the median home price in JEFFERSON, SD 57038?

The median listing price in JEFFERSON, SD 57038 is $677,500 as of January 2026, a 63.3% increase from $415,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in JEFFERSON, SD?

Homes in JEFFERSON, SD 57038 spend an average of 79 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 57 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in JEFFERSON, SD 57038?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, JEFFERSON, SD 57038 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 79 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in JEFFERSON, SD?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in JEFFERSON, SD 57038 save an estimated $13,550 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $677,500. 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.