📊 Madison & Rankin County Real Estate Market Report – February 2026
🏡 Madison County Snapshot
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Median listing price: Around $410,000 — showing stable pricing with modest gains year-over-year.
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Active inventory: Approximately 900+ homes for sale, reflecting healthier supply than the tight markets of the past.
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Average days on market: About 84 days, with a mix of properties moving briskly and others benefitting from buyers having time to consider offers.
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Sale-to-List Price: Sellers are receiving about 99% of asking price, showing pricing power remains solid.
📈 What this means:
The Madison County market has transitioned into a balanced environment, giving buyers more choice and time — while still supporting strong sale prices and solid results for sellers.
🏡 Rankin County Snapshot
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Median home price: Around $286,000–$340,000 depending on data source consulted, reflecting overall value stability in the market.
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Average days on market: Around 59–99 days, indicating homes are selling at a measured pace that gives buyers confidence and room to evaluate.
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Inventory: Listings remain solid, offering more choices than in the hottest seller markets of recent years.
📈 What this tells us:
Rankin County continues to demonstrate consistent home price growth alongside a balanced pace of sales. Buyers are finding options, and sellers are still capturing meaningful pricing.
🏘️ Spring Market Outlook
As we move into spring — traditionally the busiest season — several trends are worth noting:
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Inventory has increased compared with the very tight markets of recent years, giving buyers more opportunities without sacrificing pricing for well-positioned homes.
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Days on market remain moderate, meaning buyers have time to make informed decisions, and sellers are still seeing homes move within a reasonable timeframe.
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Price stability suggests market strength; neither county is experiencing dramatic price drops or rapid inflation, which is encouraging for both buyers and sellers.
📣 Why This Matters for You
✅ For Sellers:
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Inventory growth means buyers have options — but well-priced, well-presented homes are still performing strongly.
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Nearly full sale-to-list price ratios reinforce that demand remains healthy.
✅ For Buyers:
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Homes are staying on the market a bit longer than in the last couple of years, giving you more time to evaluate choices and negotiate confidently.
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Spring is here — and with more inventory, you’re less likely to feel rushed or pressured on decisions.
📍 Takeaway
Both Madison and Rankin Counties show a balanced and healthy housing market as we enter spring 2026 — with steady pricing, growing inventory, and reasonable market pace. Whether you’re buying or selling, this season presents real opportunities in Central Mississippi.
