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MONTROSE, CO 81401

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Montrose County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The MONTROSE, CO real estate market (81401) currently shows 168 active listings, with 33 pending sales. Homes are averaging 49 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 31 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 49 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1% year-over-year, from $494,998 to $490,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 23,665  ·  Density: 45.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $57,904

Typical home value: $298,520  ·  Homeownership: 72.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
168
⇧ 22.6% vs 137 last year
Pending
33
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$490,000
⇩ 1% vs $494,998 last year
Average Price
$667,155
⇧ 16.3% vs $573,468 last year
Days on Market
49
⇩ 5.8% vs 52 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$304
vs $304/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,692 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 168 this year vs 137 last year
  • Days on market: 49 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $490,000 (-1% YoY)
  • Average: $667,155 (+16.3% 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 47.5 miles — 616 listings ($1,679,698,330 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
81401Montrose, CO 814010.0 mi139$92,203,843$459,980$663,337
81403Montrose, CO 8140315.4 mi81$82,878,714$804,700$1,023,194
81220Cimarron, CO 8122022.1 mi8$74,449,144$850,000$9,306,143
81419Hotchkiss, CO 8141924.1 mi20$20,297,160$996,250$1,014,858
81432Ridgway, CO 8143227.1 mi58$82,442,070$1,195,000$1,421,415
81413Cedaredge, CO 8141332.2 mi59$34,390,038$521,850$582,882
81430Placerville, CO 8143036.1 mi21$110,030,193$3,800,000$5,239,533
81243Powderhorn, CO 8124337.4 mi2$1,824,000$912,000$912,000
81424Nucla, CO 8142439.2 mi11$4,587,000$383,750$417,000
81435Telluride, CO 8143543.2 mi198$1,158,376,428$4,336,250$5,850,386
81235Lake City, CO 8123543.7 mi12$9,874,740$937,500$822,895
81426Ophir, CO 8142644.5 mi4$6,470,000$1,845,000$1,617,500
81431Redvale, CO 8143147.5 mi3$1,875,000$625,000$625,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MONTROSE, CO 81401?

As of April 2026, there are 168 active listings in MONTROSE, CO (zip code 81401), compared to 137 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MONTROSE, CO 81401?

The median listing price in MONTROSE, CO 81401 is $490,000 as of April 2026, a 1% decrease from $494,998 the prior year.

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

Homes in MONTROSE, CO 81401 spend an average of 49 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 52 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MONTROSE, CO 81401?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, MONTROSE, CO 81401 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 31 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 49 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MONTROSE, CO 81401 save an estimated $9,800 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $490,000. 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.