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LAWRENCE, KS 66049

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Douglas County
Buyer's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The LAWRENCE, KS real estate market (66049) currently shows 115 active listings, with 72 pending sales. Homes are averaging 32 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 32 days on market compared to 25 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 10.9% year-over-year, from $479,675 to $532,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 31,608  ·  Density: 270.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $80,539

Typical home value: $335,740  ·  Homeownership: 55.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
115
⇧ 3.6% vs 111 last year
Pending
72
63% pending ratio
Median Price
$532,000
⇧ 10.9% vs $479,675 last year
Average Price
$589,246
⇧ 0.6% vs $585,589 last year
Days on Market
32
⇧ 28% vs 25 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$202
⇧ 1% vs $200/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,718 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 115 this year vs 111 last year
  • Days on market: 32 now vs 25 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $532,000 (+10.9% YoY)
  • Average: $589,246 (+0.6% 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
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 18.6 miles — 273 listings ($127,567,123 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
66049Lawrence, KS 660490.0 mi73$39,761,129$439,450$544,673
66047Lawrence, KS 660476.4 mi43$24,575,575$419,000$571,525
66044Lawrence, KS 660448.3 mi42$26,336,898$639,000$627,069
66542Tecumseh, KS 6654210.9 mi3$982,350$327,450$327,450
66006Baldwin City, KS 6600613.9 mi21$10,794,924$424,925$514,044
66605Topeka, KS 6660515.5 mi33$8,111,862$254,850$245,814
66066Oskaloosa, KS 6606615.6 mi11$6,757,454$612,500$614,314
66616Topeka, KS 6661616.1 mi13$1,604,889$124,950$123,453
66070Ozawkie, KS 6607017.1 mi4$1,176,932$295,200$294,233
66609Topeka, KS 6660917.3 mi12$3,434,208$321,250$286,184
66612Topeka, KS 6661218.4 mi4$684,652$153,850$171,163
66619Topeka, KS 6661918.5 mi4$365,000$91,250$91,250
66617Topeka, KS 6661718.6 mi10$2,981,250$304,875$298,125

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAWRENCE, KS 66049?

As of April 2026, there are 115 active listings in LAWRENCE, KS (zip code 66049), compared to 111 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAWRENCE, KS 66049?

The median listing price in LAWRENCE, KS 66049 is $532,000 as of April 2026, a 10.9% increase from $479,675 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in LAWRENCE, KS?

Homes in LAWRENCE, KS 66049 spend an average of 32 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 25 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAWRENCE, KS 66049?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, LAWRENCE, KS 66049 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 32 days on market compared to 25 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in LAWRENCE, KS?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAWRENCE, KS 66049 save an estimated $10,640 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $532,000. 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.