Columbia, MO metro area Housing Market
Cool MarketComprehensive housing market data for the Columbia, MO metro area metro area. Track home prices, inventory, days on market, and competition — updated monthly for real estate investors.
Data period: January 2026
Median Sale Price
$305K
↓ 1.6% YoY
Days on Market
63 days
↓ 7.4% YoY
Active Inventory
406
↓ 24.7% YoY
Homes Sold
115
↓ 18.4% YoY
Cool Market
Buyer activity is slowing, creating more negotiating room.
Columbia, MO metro area Market Summary
The Columbia, MO metro area housing market is cooling down. As of January 2026, the median home sale price is $305K, down 1.6% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 63 days on the market, 7.4% shorter than a year ago.
There are 406 homes for sale — 24.7% fewer than last year. With 3.5 months of supply, this is a seller's market. 203 new listings were added during this period, up 12.2% year-over-year.
Homes are selling for 100.6% of their list price on average, indicating buyers are paying above asking. 0.9% of homes sell above their asking price. 16.5% of listings have had a price drop.
Market Opportunity Score
Based on current market conditions
68
Contributing Factors
How This Market Compares
vs. National Median
vs. Missouri Median
Investor Takeaway
The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage. Prices are 28% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.
Columbia, MO metro area Market Trends
Median Sale Price
Median Days on Market
Active Inventory
Homes Sold
Price per Square Foot
Sale-to-List Ratio
New Listings
Listings with Price Drops
Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$315K
Price per Sq Ft
$169
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.6%
Months of Supply
3.5
Sold Above List
0.9%
Price Drops
16.5%
New Listings
203
↑ 12.2% YoY
Pending Sales
316
Off Market in 2 Weeks
22.8%
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