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ROYAL, AR 71968

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Garland County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
24
⇧ 9.1% vs 22 last year
Pending
2
8% pending ratio
Median Price
$649,900
⇩ 14% vs $755,500 last year
Average Price
$684,036
⇩ 22.1% vs $878,307 last year
Days on Market
73
⇧ 7.4% vs 68 days last year

Market Context

Population: 4,668  ·  Density: 18.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $74,359

Typical home value: $196,616  ·  Homeownership: 83.0%

Market Analysis

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

The ROYAL, AR real estate market (71968) currently shows 24 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 73 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 14% year-over-year, from $755,500 to $649,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 24 this year vs 22 last year
  • Days on market: 73 now vs 68 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $649,900 (-14% YoY)
  • Average: $684,036 (-22.1% 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 33.7 miles — 937 listings ($431,508,090 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
71968Royal, AR 719680.0 mi24$16,416,864$649,900$684,036
71933Bonnerdale, AR 719339.7 mi3$1,191,000$397,000$397,000
71913Hot Springs National Park, AR 7191312.6 mi530$256,043,530$349,900$483,101
71957Mount Ida, AR 7195717.2 mi22$12,950,124$440,000$588,642
71901Hot Springs National Park, AR 7190118.5 mi213$95,432,520$347,500$448,040
71921Amity, AR 7192119.8 mi10$3,834,700$342,400$383,470
71943Glenwood, AR 7194322.1 mi23$17,318,908$582,000$752,996
72857Plainview, AR 7285723.3 mi9$890,703$89,900$98,967
72087Lonsdale, AR 7208726.8 mi4$4,446,668$315,000$1,111,667
71941Donaldson, AR 7194127.5 mi5$1,040,000$199,000$208,000
72104Malvern, AR 7210430.0 mi79$17,306,688$190,000$219,072
71961Oden, AR 7196131.6 mi5$2,209,085$325,000$441,817
72853Ola, AR 7285333.7 mi10$2,427,300$258,250$242,730

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ROYAL, AR 71968?

As of January 2026, there are 24 active listings in ROYAL, AR (zip code 71968), compared to 22 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ROYAL, AR 71968?

The median listing price in ROYAL, AR 71968 is $649,900 as of January 2026, a 14% decrease from $755,500 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in ROYAL, AR?

Homes in ROYAL, AR 71968 spend an average of 73 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 68 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ROYAL, AR 71968?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ROYAL, AR 71968 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in ROYAL, AR?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ROYAL, AR 71968 save an estimated $12,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $649,900. 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.