Market Intelligence Report — MS-260

Clarksdale, MS

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-MS-09
As of the latest 2026 data
Cooling

Median Listing

$160K
+22.8% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.31
-7.1% YoY

Active Inventory

49
+36.6% YoY

Median DOM

60 Days
-35.9% YoY

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The Clarksdale, MS market is currently classified as Cooling. The pending ratio stands at 0.31, indicating a decelerated pace of demand absorption relative to available inventory. Active listings have expanded by 36.6% year-over-year, further contributing to the market's moderated activity.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Clarksdale market right now.

Inventory levels have seen substantial growth, with active listings increasing by 36.6% and new listings up 14.3% over the past year. Concurrently, the median listing price has demonstrated significant year-over-year appreciation at 22.8%, despite a slight month-over-month decrease of 0.3%. Median days on market have decreased by 35.9% year-over-year, suggesting some efficiency in transaction timelines despite the broader cooling trend.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$160K-0.3% MoM

Active Inventory

49+36.6% YoY

Days on Market

60-35.9% YoY

Sold Score™

45-7.1% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

45
Oct 23Sep 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Oct 23Sep 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Oct 23May 24Dec 24Jul 25Feb 26Sep 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

In this cooling environment, buyers may experience a less competitive landscape due to expanding inventory and a reduced pending ratio. Sellers may need to practice increased price discipline to align with demand, as the pace of sales is not exerting significant pressure on available supply. The elevated inventory levels suggest a more deliberate negotiation process.

Luxury Segment

The luxury segment in Clarksdale, MS shows mixed signals. While the median $/sqft has increased by 39.4% over the past year, the average listing price has declined by 9.9% year-over-year, suggesting some softening at the higher price tiers relative to the overall market trend. No distinct luxury-segment signal in this dataset.

Supply Dynamics

49 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 16 per month.

Pricing Pressure
4.8%

of active listings carry a price reduction, -5.2% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved +39.4% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.31

Pending-to-active ratio — Cooling.

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Cooling

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Buyer Demand Index
31%
Median Days on Market
60 days
Inventory YoY
+37%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Clarksdale, MS
CBSA Code
17260
State
MS
Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Clarksdale?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Clarksdale metro is classified as Cooling. Pending ratio is 0.31 with median days on market at 60.

  • Are home prices dropping in Clarksdale?+

    Median listing price is $160K, +22.8% year over year. 4.8% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Clarksdale?+

    The typical listing sits 60 days on market, a -35.9% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 16 per month.

  • What's happening in the Clarksdale luxury market?+

    The luxury segment in Clarksdale, MS shows mixed signals. While the median $/sqft has increased by 39.4% over the past year, the average listing price has declined by 9.9% year-over-year, suggesting some softening at the higher price tiers relative to the overall market trend. No distinct luxury-segment signal in this dataset.

  • Where can I find a trusted Clarksdale real estate expert?+

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Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 17260 · 36mo history