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CORTEZ, CO 81321

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
79
⇧ 16.2% vs 68 last year
Pending
16
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$442,500
⇧ 4.1% vs $425,000 last year
Average Price
$500,019
⇧ 8.4% vs $461,412 last year
Days on Market
102
⇩ 1% vs 103 days last year

Market Context

Population: 14,649  ·  Density: 13.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,571

Typical home value: $245,675  ·  Homeownership: 71.8%

Market Analysis

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

The CORTEZ, CO real estate market (81321) currently shows 79 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 102 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 102 days on market compared to 103 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.1% year-over-year, from $425,000 to $442,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 79 this year vs 68 last year
  • Days on market: 102 now vs 103 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $442,500 (+4.1% YoY)
  • Average: $500,019 (+8.4% 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 58.2 miles — 333 listings ($240,548,900 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
81321Cortez, CO 813210.0 mi79$39,501,501$442,500$500,019
81327Lewis, CO 8132714.6 mi6$4,518,240$585,200$753,040
81328Mancos, CO 8132824.9 mi19$21,018,997$824,450$1,106,263
81320Cahone, CO 8132026.5 mi9$5,399,001$525,000$599,889
81326Hesperus, CO 8132637.6 mi16$52,693,824$1,650,000$3,293,364
84511Blanding, UT 8451138.8 mi10$5,620,000$525,000$562,000
87418La Plata, NM 8741842.5 mi4$2,327,468$399,000$581,867
84535Monticello, UT 8453546.1 mi21$14,851,725$384,900$707,225
87402Farmington, NM 8740249.8 mi50$24,499,750$427,450$489,995
87401Farmington, NM 8740151.3 mi95$44,191,625$359,500$465,175
81423Norwood, CO 8142352.4 mi19$23,811,769$798,500$1,253,251
87416Fruitland, NM 8741653.6 mi2$240,000$120,000$120,000
81431Redvale, CO 8143158.2 mi3$1,875,000$625,000$625,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CORTEZ, CO 81321?

As of January 2026, there are 79 active listings in CORTEZ, CO (zip code 81321), compared to 68 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CORTEZ, CO 81321?

The median listing price in CORTEZ, CO 81321 is $442,500 as of January 2026, a 4.1% increase from $425,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CORTEZ, CO?

Homes in CORTEZ, CO 81321 spend an average of 102 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 103 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CORTEZ, CO 81321?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CORTEZ, CO 81321 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 102 days on market compared to 103 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CORTEZ, CO?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CORTEZ, CO 81321 save an estimated $8,850 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $442,500. 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.