More Choices.
Sharper Strategy.
More selection. A more measured pace. Here’s what September’s numbers mean for your next move.
Buyers have more homes to compare, and sellers have more competition for their attention. September’s MLSOK numbers point to a market that rewards preparation, realistic pricing and a thoughtful offer strategy.
What changed from August?
| Measure | August | September | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale | 8,660 | 8,830 | +2.0% |
| Closed sales | 2,065 | 1,896 | -8.2% |
| Median sales price | $275,000 | $268,000 | -2.5% |
Inventory grew while closings eased from August. The median sales price dipped month to month but remained 3.1% above September 2025. A change in the median also reflects the mix of homes that sold; it does not measure the change in value of every home.
Homes are still going under contract
September brought 3,152 new listings, up 21.5% from a year earlier, and 1,933 pending sales, up 2.5%. Days on market until sale averaged 51 days, compared with 50 last September. My take: buyers are still moving, but sellers need to give them a compelling reason to choose their home.
Oklahoma City close-up
Within Oklahoma City, the single-family median sales price was $240,000, down 0.3% year over year. Inventory reached 1,967 homes, up 39.7%, while pending sales increased 3.4% to 492. Days on market until sale held at 38. City-level conditions can look different from the broader MLSOK market, and neighborhoods and price ranges can differ again.
Buyers are looking
The separate ShowingTime report recorded 17,197 OKC Metro showing appointments in September, up 4.6% from a year earlier and down 11.1% from August. These are appointments scheduled through ShowingTime, not a count of unique buyers, offers or every showing in the market.
Jenn’s take for your next move
Buying?
Use the additional selection to compare the full package: price, condition, likely repairs and terms. There may be room to negotiate, depending on the property and its competition. A well-priced home can still attract attention, so be ready when the right fit appears.
Selling?
With more options to choose from, buyers can pay closer attention to finishes and details. Price against today’s competing homes, make photos and presentation count, and make showings easy. Use feedback and activity to guide your next decision.
Before spending on updates, let’s look at what buyers in your price range are actually choosing.
Let’s put the local numbers to work.
Your home deserves a strategy built around its location, condition and competition. Let’s talk about what these numbers mean for your move.
Sources: MLSOK Local Market Update, All MLSOK, September 2026; MLSOK Local Market Update, All MLSOK, August 2026; MLSOK Local Market Update, Oklahoma City, September 2026; and ShowingTime Showings Report for September 2026, OKC Metro. September reports current as of October 7, 2026; August report current as of September 8, 2026. Data from MLSOK; reports by ShowingTime Plus, LLC.
Year-over-year comparisons are September 2026 versus September 2025. Month-over-month percentages in the comparison table are calculated from the published August and September MLSOK figures and rounded to one decimal. Sales prices do not account for concessions or down-payment assistance. This comparison uses the August MLSOK report, not the broader statewide RPR report discussed in the earlier August website article.
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