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WATERTOWN, SD 57201

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
92
⇧ 29.6% vs 71 last year
Pending
16
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$329,900
⇩ 8.7% vs $361,250 last year
Average Price
$354,349
⇩ 16.1% vs $422,195 last year
Days on Market
85
⇩ 20.6% vs 107 days last year

Market Context

Population: 26,119  ·  Density: 31.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $65,761

Typical home value: $214,756  ·  Homeownership: 65.6%

Market Analysis

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

The WATERTOWN, SD real estate market (57201) currently shows 92 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 85 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 21 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 85 days on market compared to 107 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.7% year-over-year, from $361,250 to $329,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 92 this year vs 71 last year
  • Days on market: 85 now vs 107 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $329,900 (-8.7% YoY)
  • Average: $354,349 (-16.1% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 41.3 miles — 140 listings ($53,353,198 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
57201Watertown, SD 572010.0 mi92$32,600,108$329,900$354,349
57263South Shore, SD 5726314.9 mi1$179,900$179,900$179,900
57223Castlewood, SD 5722316.1 mi4$1,046,268$184,900$261,567
57226Clear Lake, SD 5722620.9 mi12$3,806,760$312,450$317,230
57234Estelline, SD 5723425.2 mi6$3,099,402$524,900$516,567
57273Waubay, SD 5727329.0 mi2$971,360$527,500$485,680
57252Milbank, SD 5725230.1 mi4$1,200,000$265,000$300,000
57214Badger, SD 5721431.9 mi1$169,900$169,900$169,900
57274Webster, SD 5727434.3 mi10$3,344,250$235,950$334,425
57278Willow Lake, SD 5727835.1 mi1$239,000$239,000$239,000
57216Big Stone City, SD 5721637.5 mi3$688,350$229,450$229,450
56212Bellingham, MN 5621240.0 mi1$169,000$169,000$169,000
57239Grenville, SD 5723941.3 mi3$5,838,900$599,000$1,946,300

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WATERTOWN, SD 57201?

As of January 2026, there are 92 active listings in WATERTOWN, SD (zip code 57201), compared to 71 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WATERTOWN, SD 57201?

The median listing price in WATERTOWN, SD 57201 is $329,900 as of January 2026, a 8.7% decrease from $361,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in WATERTOWN, SD 57201 spend an average of 85 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 107 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WATERTOWN, SD 57201?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WATERTOWN, SD 57201 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 21 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 85 days on market compared to 107 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WATERTOWN, SD 57201 save an estimated $6,598 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $329,900. 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.