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Prescott, AZ Housing Market Overview

Prescott is a balanced market, giving buyers and sellers room to negotiate. With 4.9 months of supply and homes averaging 57 days on the market, you can make decisions without the pressure of a highly competitive market.

Status

Balanced Market

Days on Market

57

Inventory

1,721

Aug 2021May 2024Jul 2026

Median Home Price

$659,000Up 10.30%

In Jul 2026 · YoY

Aug 2021May 2024Jul 2026

Mortgage Rates 30-Yr Fixed

6.23%Down 0.58%

Current rate · YoY

Loan Type

30-Year Fixed

Housing Supply

Homes For Sale
1,721 Up 43.78%
Newly Listed Homes
247 Up 2.07%
Months of Supply
4.9 Up 33.95%

Housing Demand

Homes Sold
351 Up 7.34%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.4% Down 0.71%
Homes Sold Above List
6.7% Down 44.11%

30-yr fixed rate 6.23% · Data as of Jul 2026 · Source: Houzeo Research.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the median home price in Prescott, and how does it compare to nearby towns?

Prescott's median lands around $625,000 as of mid-2026, well above its neighbors. Prescott Valley runs near $500,000 and Chino Valley near $450,000. You're paying roughly $170,000 for proximity to the historic downtown, which is why buyers cross-shop all three.

Do I need to worry about water supply when buying in Prescott?

Water source is the first thing to check on any Prescott listing. The city sits inside a state-designated Active Management Area, where groundwater withdrawal is actively regulated. Homes inside city limits usually receive municipal water, while outlying properties often depend on private wells instead.

Is wildfire risk something I should factor into buying a home in Prescott?

Wildfire risk belongs in your Prescott budget, since Yavapai County carries a Very High Fire Risk classification. Homes backing the Prescott National Forest carry the most exposure. Thirty feet of defensible space cuts your risk about 90%, and Central Arizona Fire will assess a property free of charge.

Why do so many Prescott listings include land or acreage?

Prescott lists somewhere between 580 and 1,000 land parcels depending on which platform you check. That's an unusually deep supply for a market this size. Buyers come here specifically for acreage, so confirm well access and utility service before you commit to raw land.

What's Prescott's climate actually like compared to the rest of Arizona?

Prescott sits at 5,354 feet and gets four genuine seasons, which is not what most people picture in Arizona. You'll run 15 to 20 degrees cooler than Phoenix. Expect about 20 inches of snow across a winter.

Is Prescott popular with retirees, and does that affect the housing stock?

Prescott skews heavily toward retirees, with a median age of around 59. The area holds 14 active adult communities as a result. Filter for single-story layouts, because older Prescott neighborhoods were not built with accessibility in mind.

What should I know about buying near historic downtown Prescott?

Buying near Courthouse Plaza puts you inside Prescott's walkable Victorian core, steps from Whiskey Row. The character is genuine. Budget for electrical and plumbing updates even on a well-maintained listing, since those systems rarely meet current code.

What should I know about HOAs in Prescott Valley versus Prescott proper?

Newer Prescott Valley subdivisions almost always carry an active HOA covering amenities and landscaping standards. Many older Prescott neighborhoods have none whatsoever. Read the governing documents closely, because fees and restrictions swing widely between communities here.

Do I need an attorney to close on a home in Arizona?

Arizona closings run through a title or escrow company, so no attorney is required. That differs from attorney states like Illinois or Massachusetts. You can still hire one for extra review, though financed purchases typically close in 30 to 45 days regardless.

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    Based on information from the Prescott Area Association of REALTORS® (alternatively, from the PAAR MLS) through Sep 29, 2026, 8:00 AM. The display of MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed to be accurate by the MLS. Listings on this page identified as belonging to another listing firm are based upon data obtained from the PAAR MLS, which data is copyrighted by the Prescott Area Association of REALTORS® but is not warranted. The information being provided is for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use. It may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. © 2026 Prescott Area Association of REALTORS® All rights reserved.
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    Based on information from the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service through Sep 29, 2026, 8:00 AM. All information should be verified by the recipient and none is guaranteed as accurate by ARMLS. Listing Information presented by local MLS brokerage: Sell Your Home Services, local REALTOR®- Dan Demers (774) 265-0879. Information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use. It may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. This website may not include listings or property addresses of sellers who have directed their listing brokers to withhold their listing or their property address from display on the Internet. © 2026 Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved.

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$ 659,000

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