Market Intelligence Report — KS-840

Ottawa, KS

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

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

Median Listing

$300K
+9.5% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.79
+9.3% YoY

Active Inventory

57
-13.6% YoY

Median DOM

50 Days
+3.1% YoY

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The Ottawa market exhibits accelerated conditions, characterized by robust demand relative to supply. The pending ratio currently stands at 0.79, indicating strong absorption of available inventory. Median listing prices have increased 9.5% year-over-year, reaching $299,950.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Ottawa market right now.

Active listings have contracted by 13.6% year-over-year, alongside a 12.5% reduction in new listings over the same period. Demand continues to outpace new supply, evidenced by the pending ratio increasing by 9.3% year-over-year. While median days on market saw a modest 3.1% increase year-over-year, the share of price-reduced listings decreased by 14.2% year-over-year, suggesting sustained pricing power.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$300K+4.3% MoM

Active Inventory

57-13.6% YoY

Days on Market

50+3.1% YoY

Sold Score™

86+9.3% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

86
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

Current market dynamics suggest an environment where inventory absorption is rapid, placing pressure on the limited available supply. The elevated pending ratio necessitates that potential purchasers act with timeliness, as properties are moving quickly. This constrained inventory generally supports price discipline and can limit extended negotiation periods.

Luxury Segment

The average listing price increased by 6.2% year-over-year to $362,019, which is a slower pace than the median listing price growth of 9.5% over the same period. This discrepancy, along with a modest 0.7% year-over-year increase in median $/sqft, suggests some relative softness within higher price tiers compared to the broader market.

Supply Dynamics

57 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 28 per month.

Pricing Pressure
13.3%

of active listings carry a price reduction, -14.2% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved +0.7% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.79

Pending-to-active ratio — Accelerated.

Recommended For This Market

Accelerated

Selling in Ottawa, KS? Inventory is down 14% from last year.

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

Buyer Demand Index
79%
Median Days on Market
50 days
Inventory YoY
−14%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Ottawa, KS
CBSA Code
36840
State
KS
Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Ottawa?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Ottawa metro is classified as Accelerated. Pending ratio is 0.79 with median days on market at 50.

  • Are home prices dropping in Ottawa?+

    Median listing price is $300K, +9.5% year over year. 13.3% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Ottawa?+

    The typical listing sits 50 days on market, a +3.1% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 28 per month.

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

    The average listing price increased by 6.2% year-over-year to $362,019, which is a slower pace than the median listing price growth of 9.5% over the same period. This discrepancy, along with a modest 0.7% year-over-year increase in median $/sqft, suggests some relative softness within higher price tiers compared to the broader market.

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

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Ottawa 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 36840 · 36mo history