Is now a good time to sell in Cookeville?

Probably not, unless you need to move. The Sold Score for Cookeville is 39/100 in May 2026 (Challenging Market Conditions) — homes still close, but you'll likely accept a longer timeline or a lower price than a year ago. Pending ratio is 0.37 — the higher this is, the faster contracts come in relative to standing inventory. Active inventory is up +0.9% year over year, expanding the pool you're competing in. Median days on market sit at 57. 35.6% of active listings have already reduced asking price. — Live indicators (May 2026): Sold Score: 39/100 (Challenging Market Conditions) · Pending ratio: 0.37 · Inventory YoY: +0.9% · Median days on market: 57 · Sellers cutting price: 35.6% · Median listing price: $389,675 (+3.1% YoY)