Market Intelligence Report — MN-860

Mankato, MN

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

Ref. No: 2026-MN-08
As of the latest 2026 data
Accelerated

Median Listing

$350K
-0.0% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.68
-0.9% YoY

Active Inventory

314
+50.2% YoY

Median DOM

52 Days
+5.1% YoY

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The Mankato metropolitan housing market is registering an Accelerated condition, indicated by a pending ratio of 0.68. This metric suggests demand is outpacing current supply, despite a substantial year-over-year increase in active listings.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

Local economic trends can influence how quickly homes sell and how much competition sellers may face.

Job Market

3.9%+0.3 pp YoY

Unemployment rate · Jul 2026

Shows whether local employment conditions are supporting buyer demand.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics via FRED (St. Louis Fed).

Population & Migration

104,907+0.4% YoY

Resident population · Jan 2025

Shows whether the area is gaining or losing potential housing demand.

U.S. Census Bureau via FRED (St. Louis Fed).

Future Housing Supply

Data not yet available.

Shows whether future inventory pressure may increase.

Market Analysis

What's moving the Mankato market right now.

Active listings have expanded considerably, up 50.2% over the past year, while new listings have contracted by 12.9% year-over-year. The median listing price has remained stable year-over-year at $349,900, though it saw a 1.0% month-over-month decline. Median days on market have edged up 5.1% over the past year, reaching 52 days, and the share of listings with price reductions stands at 22.5%.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$350K-1.0% MoM

Active Inventory

314+50.2% YoY

Days on Market

52+5.1% YoY

Sold Score™

61-0.9% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

61
Sep 23Aug 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Sep 23Aug 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Sep 23Apr 24Nov 24Jun 25Jan 26Aug 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

With a pending ratio of 0.68, the pace of absorption suggests that properties are moving efficiently through the market pipeline. This level of demand relative to available inventory implies some pressure on buyers to act with conviction, limiting opportunities for extended price negotiation. Sellers are experiencing relatively strong demand absorption.

Luxury Segment

At the higher price tiers, the current average listing price is down 5.4% year-over-year, contrasting with a stable median listing price. This divergence, alongside a median $/sqft increase of 3.0% year-over-year, indicates a potential moderation in pricing for the most expensive properties within the highest-priced segments of the market.

Supply Dynamics

314 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 108 per month.

Pricing Pressure
22.5%

of active listings carry a price reduction, +2.0% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved +3.0% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.68

Pending-to-active ratio — Accelerated.

Recommended For This Market

Accelerated

Selling in Mankato, MN? Inventory is up 50% from last year.

Demand in Mankato, MN is outpacing supply. Well-prepared listings are still clearing quickly — pricing to the current pace matters more than waiting.

Buyer Demand Index
68%
Median Days on Market
52 days
Inventory YoY
+50%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Mankato, MN
CBSA Code
31860
State
MN

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Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Mankato?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Mankato metro is classified as Accelerated. Pending ratio is 0.68 with median days on market at 52.

  • Are home prices dropping in Mankato?+

    Median listing price is $350K, -0.0% year over year. 22.5% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Mankato?+

    The typical listing sits 52 days on market, a +5.1% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 108 per month.

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

    At the higher price tiers, the current average listing price is down 5.4% year-over-year, contrasting with a stable median listing price. This divergence, alongside a median $/sqft increase of 3.0% year-over-year, indicates a potential moderation in pricing for the most expensive properties within the highest-priced segments of the market.

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

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Mankato agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

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 31860 · 36mo history