Opportunity Scouting

Top 50 Buyer's Market — County

April 2026 · Source: Realtor.com

Buyer's Market

14 listings $205,000 median 235 days on market Buyer's Market

Stevens County, KS has a population of roughly 4,651 with a median household income of $65,156. As of April 2026, there are 14 active listings with a median price of $205,000. Inventory has grown 27.3% year-over-year (from 11 to 14 listings), while homes are taking 879.2% longer to sell (now 235 days vs. 24 days a year ago). These conditions create a favorable environment for buyers — more homes to choose from and less competition, giving negotiating power on price and terms. The median listing price has risen 15.8% compared to last year (from $177,000 to $205,000).

12 listings $164,250 median 91 days on market Buyer's Market

Golden Valley County, ND has a population of roughly 1,271 with a median household income of $89,712. As of April 2026, there are 12 active listings with a median price of $164,250. Inventory has grown 300% year-over-year (from 3 to 12 listings), while homes are taking 550% longer to sell (now 91 days vs. 14 days a year ago). These conditions create a favorable environment for buyers — more homes to choose from and less competition, giving negotiating power on price and terms. The median listing price has fallen 8.2% compared to last year (from $179,000 to $164,250).

10 listings $211,115 median 191.7 days on market Buyer's Market

Polk County, NE has a population of roughly 4,024 with a median household income of $76,508. As of April 2026, there are 10 active listings with a median price of $211,115. Inventory has grown 11.1% year-over-year (from 9 to 10 listings), while homes are taking 656.7% longer to sell (now 191.7 days vs. 25.3 days a year ago). These conditions create a favorable environment for buyers — more homes to choose from and less competition, giving negotiating power on price and terms. The median listing price has risen 6.2% compared to last year (from $198,833 to $211,115).

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