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FORT SMITH, AR 72901

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
75
⇧ 19% vs 63 last year
Pending
3
4% pending ratio
Median Price
$170,000
⇩ 4.8% vs $178,510 last year
Average Price
$212,564
⇧ 2.1% vs $208,291 last year
Days on Market
85
⇩ 8.6% vs 93 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The FORT SMITH, AR real estate market (72901) currently shows 75 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 85 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 85 days on market compared to 93 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.8% year-over-year, from $178,510 to $170,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 75 this year vs 63 last year
  • Days on market: 85 now vs 93 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $170,000 (-4.8% YoY)
  • Average: $212,564 (+2.1% 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 22.7 miles — 476 listings ($179,119,086 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
72901Fort Smith, AR 729010.0 mi75$15,942,300$170,000$212,564
72904Fort Smith, AR 729043.9 mi61$11,438,110$159,900$187,510
72908Fort Smith, AR 729084.1 mi51$17,200,260$315,000$337,260
72916Fort Smith, AR 729166.9 mi76$38,115,064$399,900$501,514
72923Barling, AR 729238.1 mi35$11,724,790$310,000$334,994
74948Muldrow, OK 7494810.7 mi38$34,637,038$359,000$911,501
72921Alma, AR 7292114.3 mi49$18,381,958$333,700$375,142
72952Rudy, AR 7295215.4 mi6$2,745,000$250,000$457,500
72936Greenwood, AR 7293616.0 mi54$19,024,740$319,900$352,310
72932Cedarville, AR 7293216.7 mi5$1,947,400$310,000$389,480
72935Dyer, AR 7293518.2 mi4$1,117,120$169,000$279,280
74951Panama, OK 7495119.5 mi1$239,000$239,000$239,000
72933Charleston, AR 7293322.7 mi21$6,606,306$212,500$314,586

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 75 active listings in FORT SMITH, AR (zip code 72901), compared to 63 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in FORT SMITH, AR 72901 is $170,000 as of January 2026, a 4.8% decrease from $178,510 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 85 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 93 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 January 2026, FORT SMITH, AR 72901 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 85 days on market compared to 93 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FORT SMITH, AR 72901 save an estimated $3,400 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $170,000. 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.