With all of January’s numbers officially in the books, the 2026 housing market across Central Mississippi is showing early signs of what to expect this year. Below is a breakdown of the latest numbers for Brandon, Clinton, Madison, and Pearl — along with the overall Central Mississippi region.
While each city has its own personality and price point, several themes connect them. Let’s take a closer look.
🏘 Central Mississippi Overview (All Cities Combined)
Active Listings (YTD): 2,714
Average DOM: 73 days
Sold Listings: 318
Average Sales Price: $263,313
Big Picture:
Inventory is slightly higher than last year, homes are selling at a steady pace, and average prices remain strong. This sets the stage for a stable 2026 market across the region.
📍 Brandon Market Highlights
Active Listings: 430 (↑ from 399 last year)
Average Days on Market: 80
Average Sales Price: $323,743
Takeaway:
Brandon continues to show healthy appreciation with more homes available and prices rising. Homes are taking a bit longer to sell, which means buyers have room to negotiate while sellers still maintain strong equity positions.
📍 Clinton Market Highlights
Active Listings: 116 (↓ from 149 last year)
Average Days on Market: 61 (significantly ↓ from 88)
Average Sales Price: $238,711
Takeaway:
Clinton is one of the standout markets this month. Fewer listings and faster days on market point toward stronger buyer demand and faster movement, especially in the mid-$200k price range.
📍 Madison Market Highlights
Active Listings: 326
Average Days on Market: 80
Average Sales Price: $453,401
Takeaway:
Madison remains the highest-priced market in Central Mississippi. Average days on market are similar to last year, but the jump in average sales price suggests strong demand for well-maintained homes and newer construction.
📍 Pearl Market Highlights
Active Listings: 154 (↑ from 121 last year)
Average Days on Market: 58
Average Sales Price: $245,416
Takeaway:
Pearl continues to be one of the fastest-moving markets with the lowest average DOM of the four cities. More active listings give buyers more options, but homes priced correctly are still moving quickly.
🔎 Common Trends Across All Four Cities
1️⃣ Inventory Is Rising
Compared to early 2025, all markets except Clinton saw an increase in active listings.
This gives buyers more choice and helps create a more balanced market.
2️⃣ Homes Are Selling a Bit Slower (Except Clinton & Pearl)
Brandon, Madison, and Central MS overall saw DOM tick upward.
Clinton and Pearl, however, experienced faster sales activity.
3️⃣ Prices Remain Strong — No Signs of Decline
Across the region, average sales prices are steady or increasing.
Demand is still healthy, and sellers continue to have solid equity positions.
🧭 What This Means for Buyers
- You have more choices than last year.
- Less competition means more negotiating power.
- Pearl and Clinton remain the fastest-moving markets.
- Brandon and Madison offer more selection in higher price points.
If you’ve been waiting for more inventory — it’s here.
🧭 What This Means for Sellers
- Homes priced correctly are still selling well.
- Madison and Brandon sellers benefit from strong appreciation.
- Clinton sellers should prepare for fast-moving activity.
- Pearl sellers should position well and expect quick showings.
Presentation + pricing strategy matter more than ever.
⭐️ Bottom Line
January 2026 is starting with a balanced, stable real estate market across Central Mississippi.
Whether you’re buying or selling, understanding city-by-city differences will help you make confident decisions.
If you’d like a personalized breakdown for your home or price range, I’m always here to help.
Written by Michael Manuel, Realtor & Team Leader of the Mississippi Home Team of Keller Williams. Michael provides expert guidance for homebuyers, sellers, and investors across Central Mississippi, specializing in local market insights for Brandon, Clinton, Madison, and Pearl.
