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CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
131
⇧ 0.8% vs 130 last year
Pending
30
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$313,900
⇩ 2.5% vs $321,900 last year
Average Price
$384,166
⇧ 0.7% vs $381,464 last year
Days on Market
66
⇩ 12% vs 75 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO real estate market (63701) currently shows 131 active listings, with 30 pending sales. Homes are averaging 66 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 66 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.5% year-over-year, from $321,900 to $313,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 131 this year vs 130 last year
  • Days on market: 66 now vs 75 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $313,900 (-2.5% YoY)
  • Average: $384,166 (+0.7% 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 23.1 miles — 280 listings ($99,015,901 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
63701Cape Girardeau, MO 637010.0 mi131$50,325,746$313,900$384,166
63755Jackson, MO 637558.2 mi80$28,343,520$313,900$354,294
63780Scott City, MO 6378011.7 mi19$6,889,400$171,700$362,600
63739Burfordville, MO 6373912.3 mi4$625,200$169,000$156,300
63785Whitewater, MO 6378513.9 mi3$909,999$340,000$303,333
62952Jonesboro, IL 6295214.9 mi12$3,374,256$228,250$281,188
63766Millersville, MO 6376616.1 mi2$668,900$334,450$334,450
63732Altenburg, MO 6373217.9 mi1$62,500$62,500$62,500
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$275,000$275,000$275,000
62942Grand Tower, IL 6294221.5 mi1$63,000$63,000$63,000
62906Anna, IL 6290623.1 mi24$7,326,480$215,000$305,270

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 131 active listings in CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO (zip code 63701), compared to 130 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701 is $313,900 as of January 2026, a 2.5% decrease from $321,900 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 66 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 75 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 January 2026, CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701 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 66 days on market compared to 75 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 $6,278 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $313,900. 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.