Iowa Real Estate Market• Updated Sep 2026

Market Pulse

|Real-time Analysis

Market Pulse: Opportunity 📈

The Iowa real estate market is currently a Buyer's Market. Homes are retaining 95% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 5879 active listings and 3072 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 2.7 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 19%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 16%.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Iowa

Detached Homes

Sales Volume

Sales volume has grown by 106% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 1.7K transactions.

Condo/Co-op

Sales Volume

Sales volume has grown by 90% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 210 transactions.

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

Sales Volume

Sales volume has grown by 20% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 12 transactions.

Townhomes

Sales Volume

Sales volume has grown by 20% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 6 transactions.

Mobile/Manufactured Homes

Sales Volume

Sales volume has grown by 217% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 13 transactions.

Iowa Real Estate Market Trends September 2026

Total Active Listings

5,879

+2 New

Recently Listed (7d)

market entries

Average List Price

$367K

current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property Type	Entry Level	High-End	Mid-Market	Ultra-Luxury	Total
Condo/Co-op	432	70	365	22	889
Detached Home	806	1.1K	2.3K	597	4.8K
Mobile/Manufactured Home	31	5	15	—	51
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)	34	24	40	21	119
Townhome	9	7	32	2	50

Market Insights & FAQ

How is the real estate market in Iowa performing right now?

The data indicates a active environment in Iowa. Inventory is at 2.7 months, meaning a balanced environment with steady turnover. Inventory is balanced but lean, requiring buyers to be decisive.

What are the current pricing trends for Iowa real estate?

Currently, $200,000 represents the median entry point in Iowa. Over the past half-year, home values in Iowa have moved upward by approximately 19% based on regional transaction data.

Are sellers in Iowa getting their full asking price?

Buyers have room for negotiation in Iowa, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 95.3%. On average, properties in Iowa are transitioning from active to sold status in 64 days.