“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.”
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Steele County real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Steele County real estate market, updated for March 2026. *
Buyers in Steele County are seeing a relatively lean selection, with 65 homes on the market and 24 new listings in February 2026. Pending sales reached 31 contracts, indicating that many listings are still moving into escrow despite fewer fresh options. Compared with last year, both inventory and new listings are up in a broad sense, but contract activity has slowed, with pending sales down 29.55 percent year over year.
Pricing trends show a bit of push and pull as the market adjusts to these conditions and to buyer budgets. The typical home value sits around $273,076, about 21 percent below the Minnesota average of $347,400, and values climbed 4.63 percent from the prior month even though they are still down 7.12 percent year over year.
Sellers are still in a favorable position overall, with a 3.6 months supply and a seller’s market gauge reading of 21, but they are needing to watch both timing and pricing carefully. Homes spend a median of 59 days on the market, and 18.46 percent of listings saw a price drop while roughly 27.78 percent of sales still closed above list with sale-to-list ratios just under 0.99. With typical values projected to edge up to about $279,114 and inventory expected to dip slightly to 61, both buyers and sellers can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help in finding a local agent who understands these shifting dynamics.
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Learn more about what Steele County has to offer.
Steele County offers residents a welcoming community, robust local services, abundant outdoor recreation, and thriving opportunities for families and businesses.
Steele County stands out from nearby Rochester and the Twin Cities with its balance of small town ease and strong regional access. Anchored by Owatonna, the county offers a cohesive community identity where local schools, parks, and events still shape the rhythm of daily life.
In Owatonna, families gather at Lake Kohlmeier Park for swimming and trails, while downtown’s historic buildings house local shops, coffee spots, and the Owatonna Arts Center. The Village of Yesteryear and Steele County Free Fair highlight deep local roots and a strong agricultural base. Nearby Medford and Blooming Prairie offer quieter streets and quick commutes to larger employers along Interstate 35 and Highway 14.
Quality of life is shaped by accessible schools and services. Families research options such as Owatonna Public Schools and make use of local resources like the Owatonna Public Library. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate county parks, river corridors, and easy drives to regional hubs like Rochester and Mankato, while still returning to a close knit community feel in Owatonna and Medford.
Whether you are planning to move within Steele County or relocating from farther away, timing and preparation matter in this evolving market. Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with the right local real estate professional to navigate that process confidently.
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“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!”
RE/MAX Results
“We strongly recommend Larry Nielson for selling/buying your next home. He was very knowledgeable, confident and easy to work with.”
Nielson Real Estate Services
“Rochelle was great to work with and so helpful as I encountered several issues and delays with my property sale. She is great at communicating and was encouraging that we would get through this. And WE DID! I am very happy with my new home, and very thankful that I had a Rochelle as my agent. I highly recommend her!”
Century 21 FM Realty
“Michele did an excellent job with representing me and getting my recent purchase across the finish line! She did a fantastic job reminding me of various deadlines and timelines throughout the purchase process until closing! I could not recommend her enough.”
Realty Xperts
“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!”
RE/MAX Profere
“John's help throughout this whole process can't be overstated. As a first time homebuyer, there was so much I didn't know that he was able to explain to me in a way that made sense. He was able to point things out about the structure and build of the homes we looked at that I would have never even considered. He was very patient in looking at however many homes I needed and always prioritized finding the right home for me no matter what. I would highly recommend John to anyone looking to buy a home!”
Century 21 FM Realty
“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.”
Marissa Haakonson Real Estate brokered by eXp Realty
“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.”
RE/MAX REMAX Results
“The team was efficient, thoughtful, disciplined and committed. The access to immediate contractor support was also helpful.”
RE/MAX Advantage Plus
“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!”
exp realty
“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!”
eXp Realty
“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.”
RE/MAX Results
“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!”
Pemberton RE
“Amy was very helpful and knowledgeable. Everything went well.”
Keller Williams Premier Realty
“All went well. Carly was great and responded immediately to any inquiries.”
Messina & Associates
“Great job. Skip was great to work with.”
RE/MAX Results
“Chad Luscomb was very polite, helpful, knowledgeable and professional. I would recommend him in a heartbeat to anyone looking to sell a home!”
Coldwell Banker River Valley REALTORS
“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.”
RE/MAX Advantage Plus
“Great experience would use Barry again. All worked out well. Excellent experience.”
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