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MOUNT VERNON, MO 65712

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
32
⇩ 5.9% vs 34 last year
Pending
12
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$254,900
⇩ 1.8% vs $259,500 last year
Average Price
$276,279
⇩ 17.6% vs $335,114 last year
Days on Market
91
⇧ 11% vs 82 days last year

Market Context

Population: 9,381  ·  Density: 30.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $60,270

Typical home value: $179,713  ·  Homeownership: 71.4%

Market Analysis

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

The MOUNT VERNON, MO real estate market (65712) currently shows 32 active listings, with 12 pending sales. Homes are averaging 91 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 91 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.8% year-over-year, from $259,500 to $254,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 32 this year vs 34 last year
  • Days on market: 91 now vs 82 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $254,900 (-1.8% YoY)
  • Average: $276,279 (-17.6% 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 24.3 miles — 308 listings ($109,162,823 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
65712Mount Vernon, MO 657120.0 mi32$8,840,928$254,900$276,279
65707Miller, MO 657078.5 mi10$3,566,940$271,000$356,694
64848La Russell, MO 6484811.5 mi2$799,800$399,900$399,900
65769Verona, MO 6576913.3 mi7$2,399,019$262,500$342,717
64873Wentworth, MO 6487315.1 mi7$2,867,417$399,900$409,631
65610Billings, MO 6561016.0 mi29$17,647,254$475,000$608,526
65646Everton, MO 6564616.6 mi8$1,158,744$150,000$144,843
65723Pierce City, MO 6572317.0 mi16$4,200,912$220,000$262,557
65738Republic, MO 6573817.3 mi153$55,840,104$344,900$364,968
65633Crane, MO 6563320.9 mi20$7,385,840$295,000$369,292
65734Purdy, MO 6573423.0 mi1$255,000$255,000$255,000
65682Lockwood, MO 6568223.1 mi6$813,360$107,500$135,560
65661Greenfield, MO 6566124.3 mi17$3,387,505$179,900$199,265

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MOUNT VERNON, MO 65712?

As of January 2026, there are 32 active listings in MOUNT VERNON, MO (zip code 65712), compared to 34 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MOUNT VERNON, MO 65712?

The median listing price in MOUNT VERNON, MO 65712 is $254,900 as of January 2026, a 1.8% decrease from $259,500 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in MOUNT VERNON, MO?

Homes in MOUNT VERNON, MO 65712 spend an average of 91 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 82 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MOUNT VERNON, MO 65712?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MOUNT VERNON, MO 65712 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 91 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in MOUNT VERNON, MO?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MOUNT VERNON, MO 65712 save an estimated $5,098 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $254,900. 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.