Iowa Real Estate Market• Updated Jul 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 8630 active listings and 3256 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 4.3 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 24%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 14%.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Iowa

Detached Homes

Sales Volume

Sales volume has grown by 778% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 2.1K transactions.

Condo/Co-op

Sales Volume

Sales volume has grown by 718% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 274 transactions.

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

Sales Volume

Sales volume has grown by 192% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 23 transactions.

Townhomes

Sales Volume

Sales volume has grown by 181% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 17 transactions.

Mobile/Manufactured Homes

Sales Volume

Sales volume has grown by 564% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 9 transactions.

Iowa Real Estate Market Trends August 2026

Total Active Listings

8,630

+1,839 New

Recently Listed (7d)

1,839

market entries

Average List Price

$372K

current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property Type	Entry Level	High-End	Mid-Market	Ultra-Luxury	Total
Condo/Co-op	704	133	506	31	1.4K
Detached Home	1.2K	1.5K	3.3K	896	6.9K
Mobile/Manufactured Home	42	5	16	4	67
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)	43	38	51	33	165
Townhome	7	13	56	2	78

Market Insights & FAQ

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

The data indicates a stable environment in Iowa. Inventory is at 4.3 months, meaning a balanced environment with steady turnover. Inventory levels provide a healthy range of options for prospective buyers.

What are the current pricing trends for Iowa real estate?

Currently, $199,000 represents the median entry point in Iowa. Over the past half-year, home values in Iowa have moved upward by approximately 24% 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 95.4%. On average, properties in Iowa are transitioning from active to sold status in 64 days.