Cape Girardeau, MO Housing Market

Market data powered by Zillow Research. Last updated: 2026-04-02

Cape Girardeau, MO is showing healthy, moderate growth.

  • Steady price growth of 3.8% year-over-year — a balanced market.
  • Price-to-rent ratio: 18.5 — buying and renting are roughly comparable.

Median Home Value

$224,800

ZHVI

Year-over-Year

+3.8%

Price change

5-Year Change

+30.8%

Since 2021

Median Rent

$1,012/mo

ZORI

Active Listings

319

For sale

State Avg

$258,099

Missouri

Home Value Trends

5-year Zillow Home Value Index for Cape Girardeau, MO vs. state and national averages.

Rent Data

Median Rent

$1,012/mo

Rent YoY Change

+3%

Rent vs. Buy Calculator

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