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* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Otter Tail County real estate market, updated for May 2026. *
Otter Tail County’s home values have climbed sharply over the past year, rising about 20.82 percent even as Minnesota as a whole has dipped around 3.71 percent. Inventory tells a different story year over year, with homes for sale down 25.45 percent and pending sales falling 33.33 percent while new listings are off 16.79 percent.
In the latest month of March 2026, the typical home value is about $325,000 with a median list price near $359,000, and homes are sitting on the market a median of 108 days after an 89.47 percent jump from a year earlier. With 208 homes available, 109 new listings, 56 pending sales, and roughly 5.8 months of supply, only about 8.33 percent of sales close above list price and sellers are receiving around 96 percent of their asking price on average.
Looking ahead to April 2026, projections show the typical home value rising to roughly $375,349 and the median list price edging up to about $398,550 while inventory is expected to increase to around 231 homes. Even with the market gauge at 37, indicating a seller’s market, longer selling times and a 12.5 percent month-over-month increase in days on market give buyers more room to negotiate. Both buyers and sellers in Otter Tail County can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help in finding a real estate agent who understands these trends and can guide them through their next move.
Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.
Otter Tail County offers residents a high quality of life with abundant outdoor recreation, tight-knit communities, affordable housing, and easy access to lakes and local amenities.
Otter Tail County blends small communities, year round recreation, and practical amenities that make everyday life straightforward. Centered around Fergus Falls with easy connections east to Detroit Lakes and south toward Alexandria, the county offers a mix of lake homes, in town neighborhoods, and rural properties that appeal to both full time residents and seasonal owners.
Daily needs are covered with local healthcare at Lake Region Healthcare, strong schools like Fergus Falls Public Schools, and an active library system including the Fergus Falls Public Library. Groceries, services, and dining cluster around Fergus Falls, Perham, and Pelican Rapids, reducing long drives for errands.
Outdoor access shapes the lifestyle. With over a thousand lakes, residents enjoy boating and fishing close to home, plus trails at Maplewood State Park and the Central Lakes State Trail. In town, families frequent the Otter Cove Children’s Museum and community events at the Fergus Falls City Hall and Community Center.
Because each city and lake area has its own character and zoning rules, a local agent can clarify which neighborhoods fit your budget, commute, and recreation goals. Agent Pronto connects you with Otter Tail County agents who know the back roads, covenants, and market trends, helping buyers and sellers move forward with less stress and greater confidence.
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“Our daughter used Michele to sell her home, and she was very impressed with Michele. When we decided to sell our home we reached out to Michele to represent us,and she was very enthusiastic in representing us. She answered all our questions, negotiated in our best interest, and was always a positive person,that put us at ease She is a very professional realtor. We would definitely recommend her to anyone buying or selling a home.”
“Rochelle was absolutely fantastic to work with! She got the job done by successfully selling my rental property in Fargo, ND, and made the entire process feel effortless on my end. Her communication was excellent from start to finish—always keeping me informed and answering any questions I had right away. I found Rochelle on the internet, and was a little reluctant because I didn't know her, but I'm very happy I chose her!! What really stood out was how easy she made everything. I didn’t even have to leave my house in Minneapolis, yet I still felt completely confident that everything was being handled professionally and efficiently. If you’re looking for a real estate agent who is reliable, responsive, and truly delivers results, I can’t recommend Rochelle enough!”
“We were very happy with the process of purchasing a new home and were always well informed. John made sure that our needs were met.”
“Roger Hahn was fantastic to work with on buying our new home. He was always available and responded to our question in a timely manner. He is very friendly and not pushy. Would work with him again.”
“Susan helped me sell my dad's house after he unexpectedly passed away in 2025. She was so kind and empathetic about my situation, and very patient as it took us months to empty the house before it was listed. But from the start she worked hard to get us the right resources and information. She was incredibly helpful during the selling process and gave great suggestions on price. She made the process pretty easy!”
“We strongly recommend Larry Nielson for selling/buying your next home. He was very knowledgeable, confident and easy to work with.”
“Becky was incredible to work with and helped us not only with the purchase of our home in Florida, but was a huge help through our whole process of moving from Minnesota and even assisted with finding a rental until we could find a place to build. Truly went above and beyond and took the time to really understand what we want. Highly recommend!”
“Selling this house was particularly stressful with a few pitfalls. Marissa helped us navigate through them and stayed on top of the details. She always had our best interest in mind. We appreciate her persistence and will recommend her to our friends.”
“I purchased my first home with the help of Heather Warner. From a quick google search of realators specializing in first time homebuyers I found the Barker Hedges team which led me to Heather. Leaning heavily on her experience I had unwavering faith in her to provide valuable consultation in all aspects of the house buying process. Strongly reccomend Heather to any homebuyers. She simplified the process for me tremedously and will was extremely honest in the house touring process. She will be a strong voice for you communicating at a very high level.”
“The team was efficient, thoughtful, disciplined and committed. The access to immediate contractor support was also helpful.”
“Jennifer was a pleasure to work with, along with being professional and educated on all aspects of the transaction. She was able to provide insight into the market and reacted to the situation. Plus we had lots of fun working together!”
“Noah provided excellent pictures/media/decsriptions. He was very strategic in marketing my house and I was able to receive more than my asking price. Noah was very responsive and reassuring throughout the whole process. Highly, Highly Recommended!”
“I had an exceptional experience working with my real estate agent in selling my house in Plymouth, Minnesota. He provided invaluable advice on repairs, staging, and pricing, ensuring that every aspect of the sale was optimized. He even took the time to show me comparable properties, helping me determine the best listing price. Thanks to his expertise and dedication, I’m taking the time to leave reviews on multiple websites. I couldn’t have asked for a better realtor.”
“Shari was wonderful to work with. We have known each other for years but never worked together in this capacity. It is very obvious how much she loves her job! She was knowledgable and took my needs into consideation throughout the whole process. It was wonderful to work with her!”
“Amy was very helpful and knowledgeable. Everything went well.”
“All went well. Carly was great and responded immediately to any inquiries.”
“Great job. Skip was great to work with.”
“Chad Luscomb was very polite, helpful, knowledgeable and professional. I would recommend him in a heartbeat to anyone looking to sell a home!”
“I was pleasantly surprised when I only had 1 phone call from realtors. My realtor (Jeremy) was amazing. I believe his commitment is what sold the house. He was very fluent in keeping in touch and letting me know what was happening.”
“Great experience would use Barry again. All worked out well. Excellent experience.”
There are more than 2 million real estate agents across the U.S., and you want to be sure the one you partner with is an experienced and trustworthy professional with strong local expertise covering the housing market in and around Otter Tail County. Working with a proven agent will help you sell your home faster and for more money, and help you find your dream home at the best possible price.
Choosing a real estate agent to help you buy or sell property is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. You want to make sure your agent is an expert in your area, has a proven record helping people buy and sell similar homes to yours, and is well regarded by their previous clients. Let us know a few details about the property you are selling or the kind of home you want to buy, and Agent Pronto will match you with trusted real estate agents that have the experience you need. And before you interview an agent, check out our top five questions to ask a buyer’s agent and listing agent.
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