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Ames, IA

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Seller's Market
June 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of June 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The Ames, IA real estate market currently shows 224 active listings, with 110 pending sales. Homes are averaging 41.5 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 41.5 days on market compared to 44.2 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.5% year-over-year, from $413,137 to $415,200.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 71,183  ·  Density: 426.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $54,226

Typical home value: $241,691  ·  Homeownership: 40.9%

Included Areas

Ames: 50010, 50014

Union Drive: 50012, 50013

Iowa State Center: 50011

Area Map

Market Overview

Active Listings
224
⇩ 0.9% vs 226 last year
Pending
110
49% pending ratio
Median Price
$415,200
⇧ 0.5% vs $413,137 last year
Average Price
$481,394
⇩ 1.1% vs $486,767 last year
Days on Market
41.5
⇩ 6.1% vs 44 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$225
⇩ 6.3% vs $240/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,819 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

12-Month Trends

Historical Trend Charts

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Average Price
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Active Listings
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