Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Palo Alto County, IA real estate market currently shows 55 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 114 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 114 days on market compared to 130 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 2.7% year-over-year, from $179,900 to $174,963.
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Population: 9,305 · Density: 8.3/mi² · Median household income: $66,025
Typical home value: $110,174 · Homeownership: 75.7%
Ayrshire: 50515
Curlew: 50527
Cylinder: 50528
Emmetsburg: 50536
Graettinger: 51342
Mallard: 50562
Ruthven: 51358
West Bend: 50597
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.