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CARLSBAD, NM 88220

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Eddy County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CARLSBAD, NM real estate market (88220) currently shows 191 active listings, with 86 pending sales. Homes are averaging 53 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 66 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 53 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.4% year-over-year, from $316,000 to $292,475.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 39,809  ·  Density: 8.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $79,809

Typical home value: $193,310  ·  Homeownership: 74.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
191
⇧ 52.8% vs 125 last year
Pending
86
45% pending ratio
Median Price
$292,475
⇩ 7.4% vs $316,000 last year
Average Price
$337,062
⇧ 4.3% vs $323,039 last year
Days on Market
53
⇩ 25.4% vs 71 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$180
⇧ 7.8% vs $167/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,750 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 191 this year vs 125 last year
  • Days on market: 53 now vs 71 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $292,475 (-7.4% YoY)
  • Average: $337,062 (+4.3% 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 0.0 miles — 368 listings ($119,240,603 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
88220Carlsbad, NM 882200.0 mi172$61,456,632$307,500$357,306
88210Artesia, NM 8821033.6 mi63$23,785,461$295,000$377,547
88253Lake Arthur, NM 8825347.2 mi1$70,000$70,000$70,000
88232Hagerman, NM 8823254.0 mi3$749,850$249,950$249,950
88230Dexter, NM 8823062.2 mi7$1,892,800$255,500$270,400
88203Roswell, NM 8820362.7 mi80$18,521,760$197,000$231,522
88231Eunice, NM 8823167.4 mi2$276,000$138,000$138,000
88354Weed, NM 8835469.0 mi1$650,000$650,000$650,000
88260Lovington, NM 8826075.2 mi36$9,718,200$253,000$269,950
79719Barstow, TX 7971983.9 mi1$250,000$250,000$250,000
88267Tatum, NM 8826790.7 mi1$119,900$119,900$119,900
88324Glencoe, NM 8832495.9 mi1$1,750,000$1,750,000$1,750,000
, 0.0 mi0$0$0$0

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CARLSBAD, NM 88220?

As of March 2026, there are 191 active listings in CARLSBAD, NM (zip code 88220), compared to 125 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CARLSBAD, NM 88220?

The median listing price in CARLSBAD, NM 88220 is $292,475 as of March 2026, a 7.4% decrease from $316,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CARLSBAD, NM?

Homes in CARLSBAD, NM 88220 spend an average of 53 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 71 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CARLSBAD, NM 88220?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, CARLSBAD, NM 88220 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 66 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 53 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CARLSBAD, NM?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CARLSBAD, NM 88220 save an estimated $5,850 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $292,475. 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.