September 2025 Housing Market Snapshot for Leavenworth County, Kansas

by Courtney Hatch

Here’s a recap of how the Leavenworth County housing market looked in September 2025—what’s moving, what’s changing, and what it means for buyers, sellers and investors.

Key Figures

The median listing home price in Leavenworth County was $400,000, up about 4.9% year-over-year. Realtor
The median sold price was roughly $349,300. Realtor
According to another data source (Redfin) the median sale price was estimated at $355,000, representing a dramatic +28.8% year-over-year increase. Redfin
Homes on the market averaged about 57 days to sell. Realtor+1
Inventory: The Zillow Home Value Index shows average home value at about $336,372, up only 3.1% over the last year. Zillow
For the zip code 66048 (in Leavenworth County), the median sale price in September was about $265,000, up 19.1% year-over-year, with average days on market at 27. Redfin

What the Numbers Tell Us

Price increases, but mixed signals.
While the median listing price rose by ~5% year-over-year, the huge +28.8% number from Redfin suggests some parts of the county had significant appreciation. The smaller 3% increase in Zillow’s average home value indicates that while there are hot spots, much of the market is more stable.
Slow-down in velocity.
With the average days on market at 57 (vs lower in prior months or years), properties are taking longer to sell. That can imply less frenetic competition than a few years ago and slightly more leverage for buyers.
Inventory and value divergence.
Inventory still seems elevated enough that the listing vs selling dynamic tilts a bit toward the buyer side—Zillow data notes a median sale-to-list ratio around 1.00 in August for the county. Zillow+1
Neighborhood variation is strong.
The 66048 zip code performance (19% year-over-year increase) suggests some submarkets are much hotter than others. Buyers and sellers should pay careful attention to the specific city, neighborhood and property type.

Market Drivers & Context

Interest Rates & Affordability: As in many markets, higher interest rates moderate buyer demand, making affordability more of a constraint.
Greater Kansas City influence: Leavenworth County resides in the Kansas City metro area’s orbit; broader metro trends (jobs, commuting, migration) ripple into the county.
Inventory levels: Although new listings continue, the relative supply of homes for sale compared to demand has given buyers a little more breathing room than in the “seller-frenzy” markets.
Buyer segmentation: Given the range of prices (from more modest homes in Leavenworth city to higher priced homes in Basehor, Tonganoxie, etc.), there’s a split market – entry/intermediate buyers vs. higher-end buyers/investors.
Investor behavior: Some local investment-guides still view Leavenworth County as having potential upside; but returns may be more moderate as appreciation slows. HouseCashin

What It Means for Buyers

You’re in a market that’s not overheated, but no massive bargain either. Expect listing prices to be close to selling prices in many cases (sale-to-list ~99% in some stats). Realtor
If you’re looking in a sub-$300K price band (such as the 66048 zip code), you’ll find areas with significant appreciation, so move thoughtfully.
With ~57 days average days on market, you may have some more time to deliberate—less urgency than markets where homes sell in a week.
Focus on neighborhood-specific metrics: within the county there’s variation, so map price trends in your target area.
Consider the total cost of ownership (rate, taxes, maintenance) especially in light of still‐modest appreciation (~3% average according to Zillow).

What It Means for Sellers

You’re in a solid sellers’ market, though not a runaway one. Listing around or slightly above market value may work, but aggressive overpricing risks sitting unsold.
Market expectation: listing to sale ratio near or slightly under 100%. One dataset had a sale-to-list of ~0.999 for Leavenworth city. Zillow+1
Since days on market are longer than in peak-frenzy years, ensure your home is well-prepared, well-priced, and marketed effectively—homes still sell faster when condition, price and presentation align.
Highlight neighborhood strengths (schools, commute, amenities) — differentiation matters when the market isn’t driving every home to sell in three days.
If in the higher price bands, know your competition may be tighter and buyers more selective/give more scrutiny.

Forecast / Looking Ahead

The Zillow forecast for average home value in the county is modest – up only ~2.7% for the 66048 zip code per Zillow’s short-term forecast. Zillow
With interest rates likely staying elevated compared to pandemic lows, appreciation may continue but at a slower pace.
If job growth or migration into the Kansas City metro remains strong, Leavenworth County could benefit—especially in commuter-friendly zones.
Buyers and sellers alike should watch for inventory shifts, local employment trends, any large development projects (which could impact supply/demand).
For investors: expect a more selective play — deals may still exist but major quick flips may be fewer and require sharper analysis of location, condition, rental potential.

Final Thoughts

September 2025 in Leavenworth County showed a housing market that is healthy, stable, and modestly appreciating—not booming but far from lagging. Prices are up, but not astronomically so (outside some sub-markets). Homes are taking longer to sell compared to peak market highs, giving buyers a bit more room and requiring sellers to be more strategic.

Whether you’re buying, selling or investing, the local nuances matter more than ever. The county is a varied market — some neighborhoods are hot, some more steady. For the best outcome: align with local trusted agents, set realistic price expectations, and closely monitor your specific submarket rather than relying solely on county-wide averages.