Northern Kentucky Real Estate Market Report

September 2025 – August 2026 • Boone, Campbell & Kenton Counties

Data validated: Sep 4, 2026, 12:01 PM

NKY Housing Market Trends & Analysis

Over the 12-month period from September 2025 through August 2026, Northern Kentucky recorded 5,427 closed sales totaling $1.97B in dollar volume. The period average sold price was $363K, with median prices having increased 2.3% from the start to the end of the period. Average days on market across the period was 31 days, with the most recent month at 25 days.

Data Source: MLS® data covering Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties from September 2025 through August 2026. Analysis includes 5,427 closed sales across 12 months.

Seasonal Patterns: Sales volume peaked in May '26 and reached its lowest point in Jan '26, following the typical seasonal pattern for Northern Kentucky real estate. Summer months typically see the highest transaction volume while winter months slow as expected.

5,427
Total Closed Sales
$1.97B
Dollar Volume
$363K
Period Avg Price
+2.3%
Price Change
First vs Last Month
25 days
Current DOM
Period Avg: 31 days
22%
Cancel Rate
Period Average
Monthly Closed Sales
Total residential closings per month across all three counties

Price Analysis

Median sold prices increased 2.3% over the period. The SP/LP ratio has remained stable, averaging across the period, indicating consistent negotiating dynamics between buyers and sellers. Price per square foot trends closely mirror the overall median price trajectory.

Monthly Median Sold Price
Median sold price trajectory over the period
Average Days on Market
Average DOM for closed sales each month
SP/LP Ratio Trend
Average sold-price-to-list-price ratio (100% = full asking)
Monthly Dollar Volume
Total dollar volume of closed sales each month
County Market Share Over Time
Closed sales by county each month (Boone, Campbell, Kenton)

County Comparison

Boone County consistently led in transaction volume across the period, reflecting its larger inventory and new construction activity. Campbell and Kenton counties maintained steady shares of the regional market with competitive pricing and established neighborhood appeal.

Financing Mix Over Time
Monthly breakdown of buyer financing types

Market Outlook

Based on the trends observed, the Northern Kentucky market shows stable fundamentals heading forward. Days on market and SP/LP ratios suggest balanced conditions, while financing mix trends indicate steady access to credit across buyer segments.