Leavenworth County, Kansas Local Market Report
Leavenworth County Housing Market: June 2026 Update
The Leavenworth County housing market entered summer 2026 with higher average home prices, faster sales and stronger year-to-date transaction activity. According to the June 2026 Heartland Multiple Listing Service report, 125 homes closed during the month, down 7.4% from June 2025.
The median sales price was $350,000, while the average sales price increased to $398,258. Homes that sold spent an average of 33 days on the market, and the county maintained a 2.7-month supply of available housing.
June 2026 data · Current as of July 7, 2026
Leavenworth County Housing Market Summary for June 2026
June produced a mixed monthly picture. Closed sales and the median price were lower than one year earlier, while the average price increased, homes sold faster and pending activity improved. Year-to-date sales, prices and pending contracts were all higher than in 2025.
Leavenworth County Mortgage and Payment Resources
Housing-market statistics provide price and inventory context, while purchasing power also depends on mortgage rates, property taxes, homeowners insurance, down payment and loan type.
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June 2026 Leavenworth County Housing Market Statistics
The following table compares June 2026 with June 2025 and compares activity through the first six months of each year.
| Market metric | June 2025 | June 2026 | Annual change | 2025 YTD | 2026 YTD | YTD change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Closed sales | 135 | 125 | -7.4% | 518 | 569 | +9.8% |
| Average sales price | $376,024 | $398,258 | +5.9% | $359,451 | $388,943 | +8.2% |
| Median sales price | $365,000 | $350,000 | -4.1% | $329,500 | $342,750 | +4.0% |
| Days on market until sale | 36 | 33 | -8.3% | 50 | 45 | -10.0% |
| Original list price received | 97.7% | 98.5% | +0.8% | 97.6% | 97.6% | 0.0% |
| Pending sales | 104 | 108 | +3.8% | 599 | 653 | +9.0% |
| Homes for sale | 266 | 255 | -4.1% | — | — | — |
| Months of supply | 3.0 | 2.7 | -10.0% | — | — | — |
Sales-price figures do not account for seller concessions or down-payment assistance. Percentage changes are calculated from rounded figures and may vary slightly from calculations using the displayed numbers.
Leavenworth County Home Prices Showed Mixed Monthly Results
The median sales price declined from $365,000 in June 2025 to $350,000 in June 2026, a reduction of $15,000, or 4.1%.
The average sales price increased from $376,024 to $398,258, a gain of $22,234, or 5.9%. The difference between the median and average suggests that the mix of homes sold during June likely included a larger share of higher-priced transactions.
June median sales price
- June 2025
- $365,000
- June 2026
- $350,000
- Annual change
- -4.1%
June average sales price
- June 2025
- $376,024
- June 2026
- $398,258
- Annual change
- +5.9%
Year-to-date price performance
Through June, the median sales price was $342,750, up 4.0% from $329,500 during the same period in 2025. The year-to-date average sales price was $388,943, an increase of 8.2%.
Countywide figures provide a useful benchmark, but individual values can differ substantially by community, neighborhood, property condition, home size, lot characteristics and price range.
Monthly Closed Sales Declined, but Year-to-Date Activity Increased
Leavenworth County recorded 125 closed sales in June 2026, compared with 135 in June 2025. That represents a 7.4% annual decline.
Through the first six months of the year, 569 homes had closed, up 9.8% from 518 during the same period in 2025.
Pending activity improved during both periods. June pending sales rose 3.8% to 108, while year-to-date pending sales increased 9.0% to 653.
Leavenworth County Housing Inventory Remained Limited
The county had 255 homes available for sale in June 2026, down from 266 one year earlier. This represents a decline of 11 properties, or 4.1%.
Months of supply fell from 3.0 months to 2.7 months. Months of supply estimates how long the existing inventory would last if homes continued selling at the current pace and no new listings entered the market.
Is Leavenworth County a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A 2.7-month supply generally favors sellers, particularly for well-maintained homes that are accurately priced. Buyers may still find negotiating opportunities when a property needs repairs, is priced above comparable sales or has remained available longer than competing listings.
Homes sold faster than one year earlier
Homes that closed during June spent an average of 33 days on the market, compared with 36 days in June 2025. The year-to-date average declined from 50 to 45 days.
Sellers received an average of 98.5% of their original asking price during June, up from 97.7% one year earlier.
Leavenworth County Housing Conditions Vary by Community
Countywide statistics should not be treated as the exact price or market condition for every community. Leavenworth, Lansing, Basehor, Tonganoxie and other areas can differ in pricing, housing type, market time and inventory.
Leavenworth
The city of Leavenworth includes historic neighborhoods, established subdivisions and properties near Fort Leavenworth. Property condition, renovation quality and location can materially affect value.
Review VA loan optionsLansing
Lansing offers established neighborhoods, newer construction and convenient access to Leavenworth and the Kansas City metropolitan area. Buyers should compare recent local sales rather than relying only on the countywide median.
Basehor
Basehor includes suburban growth, newer homes and properties on larger lots. Buyers should account for taxes, commuting needs, homeowners-association costs and future maintenance.
Tonganoxie
Tonganoxie provides a mix of established homes, newer development and semi-rural properties. Acreage, outbuildings, utility systems and road access can create larger differences among comparable sales.
Fort Leavenworth area
Military assignments and relocation timing can affect local buyer and rental demand. Service members should review financing eligibility, occupancy rules and expected assignment duration before choosing a loan structure.
Unincorporated Leavenworth County
Rural and unincorporated properties may require additional review of acreage, septic systems, wells, zoning, access and appraisal comparability.
Factors Influencing Leavenworth County Home Values
Leavenworth County housing conditions are influenced by several regional and property-specific factors. These help explain differences among communities but do not guarantee future price growth.
- Military relocation activity: Fort Leavenworth creates recurring relocation demand among eligible military and civilian households.
- Available housing supply: Active inventory declined 4.1%, maintaining competition for desirable and well-priced properties.
- Mortgage rates and affordability: Interest-rate changes can materially affect purchasing power, monthly payments and buyer demand.
- Property condition and age: Historic and older homes can show larger value differences based on maintenance, renovations and major-system updates.
- Location and commuting access: Access to Fort Leavenworth, Kansas City employment centers, highways, schools and services can influence neighborhood demand.
What the Market Means for Leavenworth County Buyers and Sellers
For home buyers
- Complete mortgage pre-approval before making an offer.
- Compare the home with recent community-level sales.
- Budget for taxes, insurance, repairs and possible HOA costs.
- Review inspection and appraisal protections carefully.
- Compare conventional, FHA, VA and first-time buyer options when eligible.
For home sellers
- Use recent local comparable sales when setting the listing price.
- Avoid assuming limited inventory guarantees a premium sale price.
- Address visible repairs and deferred maintenance.
- Consider inspection, appraisal and financing terms when comparing offers.
- Estimate net proceeds after repairs, commissions, concessions and mortgage payoff.
For current homeowners
Year-to-date price growth may have increased available equity. Borrowing decisions should still be based on the new interest rate, monthly payment, closing costs and intended use of funds.
Compare a cash-out refinance with available home equity loan and HELOC options.
Leavenworth County Housing Market Outlook for the Rest of 2026
June’s data points to a seller-leaning market with limited supply, faster sales and stronger year-to-date activity, but with a lower monthly median price and fewer June closings.
- Year-to-date closed sales increased 9.8%. This shows that first-half transaction volume remained ahead of 2025.
- Pending sales increased 9.0% year to date. This supports continued near-term buyer activity.
- Inventory declined 4.1%. Fewer available listings can support competition.
- Year-to-date prices increased. Median and average prices rose 4.0% and 8.2%.
- Monthly median price declined. The June median fell 4.1%, showing that market conditions are not moving uniformly across every price segment.
Mortgage rates, military relocation activity, household affordability, new listings and property condition will influence the second half of the year. Individual communities may perform differently from the countywide market.
This outlook is an interpretation of current data and is not a guarantee of future prices, sales activity or property values.
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Leavenworth County Housing Market Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Leavenworth County?
The median sales price was $350,000 in June 2026, down 4.1% from $365,000 in June 2025. The year-to-date median through June was $342,750.
What is the average home price in Leavenworth County?
The average sales price was $398,258 in June 2026, up 5.9% from $376,024 one year earlier. The year-to-date average was $388,943.
Is Leavenworth County a buyer’s or seller’s market?
The county’s 2.7-month housing supply generally favors sellers. Conditions can still vary by community, price range and property condition.
How quickly are homes selling in Leavenworth County?
Homes that closed during June 2026 spent an average of 33 days on the market, compared with 36 days in June 2025.
How many homes are for sale in Leavenworth County?
Heartland MLS reported 255 homes in inventory during June 2026, down 4.1% from 266 homes in June 2025.
Are Leavenworth County home prices increasing?
The June median price declined 4.1%, while the average price increased 5.9%. Year-to-date median and average prices were both higher than in 2025.
What percentage of asking price are sellers receiving?
Sellers received an average of 98.5% of their original asking price in June 2026, compared with 97.7% in June 2025.
Is the Leavenworth County housing market crashing?
June 2026 data does not show a broad housing-market crash. Year-to-date sales, pending contracts and prices increased while inventory remained limited. Future conditions cannot be guaranteed.
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