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CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Cape Girardeau County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO real estate market (63701) currently shows 165 active listings, with 78 pending sales. Homes are averaging 47 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 47 days on market compared to 67 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 15.2% year-over-year, from $353,675 to $299,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 37,821  ·  Density: 110.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $64,661

Typical home value: $193,056  ·  Homeownership: 62.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
165
⇧ 11.5% vs 148 last year
Pending
78
47% pending ratio
Median Price
$299,950
⇩ 15.2% vs $353,675 last year
Average Price
$387,397
⇩ 9.1% vs $426,086 last year
Days on Market
47
⇩ 29.9% vs 67 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$144
⇩ 3.4% vs $149/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,054 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 165 this year vs 148 last year
  • Days on market: 47 now vs 67 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $299,950 (-15.2% YoY)
  • Average: $387,397 (-9.1% 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 23.1 miles — 290 listings ($106,609,914 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
63701Cape Girardeau, MO 637010.0 mi140$54,682,740$308,750$390,591
63755Jackson, MO 637558.2 mi85$34,782,170$318,575$409,202
63780Scott City, MO 6378011.7 mi17$4,617,149$162,800$271,597
63739Burfordville, MO 6373912.3 mi4$545,432$133,250$136,358
63785Whitewater, MO 6378513.9 mi3$894,999$340,000$298,333
62952Jonesboro, IL 6295214.9 mi11$3,296,029$269,000$299,639
63766Millersville, MO 6376616.1 mi2$1,079,800$539,900$539,900
63732Altenburg, MO 6373217.9 mi1$60,000$60,000$60,000
62961Millcreek, IL 6296117.9 mi1$3,900$3,900$3,900
63770Old Appleton, MO 6377019.1 mi1$148,000$148,000$148,000
63783Uniontown, MO 6378319.8 mi1$270,000$270,000$270,000
62942Grand Tower, IL 6294221.5 mi1$55,000$55,000$55,000
62906Anna, IL 6290623.1 mi23$6,174,695$193,750$268,465

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701?

As of April 2026, there are 165 active listings in CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO (zip code 63701), compared to 148 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701?

The median listing price in CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701 is $299,950 as of April 2026, a 15.2% decrease from $353,675 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO?

Homes in CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701 spend an average of 47 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 67 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 47 days on market compared to 67 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701 save an estimated $5,999 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $299,950. 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.