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STORY, AR 71970

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
7
⇧ 40% vs 5 last year
Pending
1
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$286,283
⇧ 78.9% vs $159,999 last year
Average Price
$436,078
⇧ 65.1% vs $264,125 last year
Days on Market
147
⇧ 17.6% vs 125 days last year

Market Context

Population: 726  ·  Density: 3.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,635

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 96.7%

Market Analysis

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

The STORY, AR real estate market (71970) currently shows 7 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 147 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 147 days on market compared to 125 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 78.9% year-over-year, from $159,999 to $286,283.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 7 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 147 now vs 125 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $286,283 (+78.9% YoY)
  • Average: $436,078 (+65.1% 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 31.5 miles — 346 listings ($165,589,249 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
71970Story, AR 719700.0 mi7$3,052,546$286,283$436,078
71957Mount Ida, AR 719579.7 mi22$12,950,124$440,000$588,642
71968Royal, AR 7196814.6 mi24$16,416,864$649,900$684,036
72857Plainview, AR 7285716.0 mi9$890,703$89,900$98,967
71933Bonnerdale, AR 7193318.6 mi3$1,191,000$397,000$397,000
71961Oden, AR 7196120.8 mi5$2,209,085$325,000$441,817
71964Pearcy, AR 7196421.9 mi14$6,693,022$339,900$478,073
71935Caddo Gap, AR 7193524.0 mi4$2,096,000$524,000$524,000
72950Parks, AR 7295025.4 mi5$2,091,125$427,450$418,225
72853Ola, AR 7285327.9 mi10$2,427,300$258,250$242,730
71921Amity, AR 7192129.0 mi10$3,834,700$342,400$383,470
71901Hot Springs National Park, AR 7190131.0 mi213$95,432,520$347,500$448,040
71929Bismarck, AR 7192931.5 mi20$16,304,260$349,000$815,213

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in STORY, AR 71970?

As of January 2026, there are 7 active listings in STORY, AR (zip code 71970), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in STORY, AR 71970?

The median listing price in STORY, AR 71970 is $286,283 as of January 2026, a 78.9% increase from $159,999 the prior year.

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

Homes in STORY, AR 71970 spend an average of 147 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 125 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in STORY, AR 71970?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, STORY, AR 71970 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 147 days on market compared to 125 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in STORY, AR 71970 save an estimated $5,726 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $286,283. 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.