Active Listings
26
⇧ 13% vs 23 last year
Data as of September 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Howard County, IA real estate market currently shows 26 active listings, with 10 pending sales. Homes are averaging 45 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 45 days on market compared to 75 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 17.4% year-over-year, from $228,575 to $188,700.
Population: 11,098 · Density: 10.3/mi² · Median household income: $60,580
Typical home value: $135,745 · Homeownership: 76.7%
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Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.