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FORT SMITH, AR 72901

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The FORT SMITH, AR real estate market (72901) currently shows 81 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 65 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 65 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.6% year-over-year, from $171,950 to $179,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 20,783  ·  Density: 918.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $42,361

Typical home value: $109,951  ·  Homeownership: 44.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
81
⇧ 3.8% vs 78 last year
Pending
3
4% pending ratio
Median Price
$179,900
⇧ 4.6% vs $171,950 last year
Average Price
$228,388
⇧ 10.3% vs $207,039 last year
Days on Market
65
⇩ 7.1% vs 70 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$113
⇧ 2.7% vs $110/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,574 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 81 this year vs 78 last year
  • Days on market: 65 now vs 70 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $179,900 (+4.6% YoY)
  • Average: $228,388 (+10.3% 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 21.3 miles — 530 listings ($190,779,115 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
72901Fort Smith, AR 729010.0 mi73$15,797,492$174,825$216,404
72904Fort Smith, AR 729043.9 mi58$10,132,368$156,250$174,696
72908Fort Smith, AR 729084.1 mi47$15,484,855$308,894$329,465
72916Fort Smith, AR 729166.9 mi77$37,742,551$385,975$490,163
72923Barling, AR 729238.1 mi31$9,621,780$330,375$310,380
74948Muldrow, OK 7494810.7 mi39$35,870,172$350,500$919,748
72921Alma, AR 7292114.3 mi41$16,314,679$348,950$397,919
72952Rudy, AR 7295215.4 mi7$2,374,029$287,425$339,147
72936Greenwood, AR 7293616.0 mi54$17,737,272$291,500$328,468
72932Cedarville, AR 7293216.7 mi4$1,776,284$288,750$444,071
74936Gans, OK 7493617.7 mi6$2,726,400$249,000$454,400
72940Huntington, AR 7294019.3 mi6$1,665,384$121,000$277,564
74955Sallisaw, OK 7495521.3 mi87$23,535,849$214,500$270,527

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FORT SMITH, AR 72901?

As of September 2026, there are 81 active listings in FORT SMITH, AR (zip code 72901), compared to 78 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FORT SMITH, AR 72901?

The median listing price in FORT SMITH, AR 72901 is $179,900 as of September 2026, a 4.6% increase from $171,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in FORT SMITH, AR 72901 spend an average of 65 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 70 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FORT SMITH, AR 72901?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, FORT SMITH, AR 72901 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 65 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

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

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