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FRUITA, CO 81521

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
86
⇧ 26.5% vs 68 last year
Pending
25
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$577,400
⇧ 14.4% vs $504,700 last year
Average Price
$646,608
⇧ 15% vs $562,503 last year
Days on Market
72
⇧ 10.8% vs 65 days last year

Market Context

Population: 16,431  ·  Density: 34.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $73,826

Typical home value: $359,873  ·  Homeownership: 80.3%

Market Analysis

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

The FRUITA, CO real estate market (81521) currently shows 86 active listings, with 25 pending sales. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 72 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 14.4% year-over-year, from $504,700 to $577,400.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 86 this year vs 68 last year
  • Days on market: 72 now vs 65 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $577,400 (+14.4% YoY)
  • Average: $646,608 (+15% 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 56.1 miles — 719 listings ($477,129,996 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
81521Fruita, CO 815210.0 mi86$55,608,288$577,400$646,608
81524Loma, CO 8152412.7 mi16$17,956,400$1,012,250$1,122,275
81505Grand Junction, CO 8150514.1 mi78$65,238,108$531,950$836,386
81501Grand Junction, CO 8150116.8 mi67$29,478,057$400,000$439,971
81504Grand Junction, CO 8150419.0 mi131$53,873,357$407,900$411,247
81520Clifton, CO 8152022.3 mi49$15,318,233$339,800$312,617
81630De Beque, CO 8163028.1 mi7$4,252,850$399,000$607,550
81522Gateway, CO 8152232.4 mi3$47,625,000$2,280,000$15,875,000
81418Eckert, CO 8141845.3 mi17$8,774,550$550,000$516,150
81416Delta, CO 8141647.2 mi75$38,186,625$439,000$509,155
81413Cedaredge, CO 8141351.7 mi64$38,990,272$530,000$609,223
84532Moab, UT 8453252.2 mi122$100,192,256$645,000$821,248
81422Naturita, CO 8142256.1 mi4$1,636,000$335,000$409,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FRUITA, CO 81521?

As of January 2026, there are 86 active listings in FRUITA, CO (zip code 81521), compared to 68 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FRUITA, CO 81521?

The median listing price in FRUITA, CO 81521 is $577,400 as of January 2026, a 14.4% increase from $504,700 the prior year.

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

Homes in FRUITA, CO 81521 spend an average of 72 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 65 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FRUITA, CO 81521?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, FRUITA, CO 81521 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 72 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FRUITA, CO 81521 save an estimated $11,548 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $577,400. 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.