Arkansas Market Overview
Arkansas punches above its weight on affordability, offering some of the lowest median home prices in the nation while delivering genuine quality of life in communities like Fayetteville and Bentonville (home to Walmart's global headquarters). The Northwest Arkansas corridor is experiencing its own mini-boom driven by retail tech and logistics jobs, while central Arkansas remains reliably stable.
Northwest Arkansas (Fayetteville, Bentonville, Rogers) is the value play. Strong job market, rapidly improving amenities, and prices well below comparable metros.
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Top Cities in Arkansas
| City | Median Price | YoY Change | Days on Market | Price/Sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | $248K | +3.4% | 34d | $134 |
| Fayetteville | $318K | +4.8% | 26d | $174 |
| Fort Smith | $178K | +1.9% | 52d | $98 |
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