Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Shelby County, IA real estate market currently shows 47 active listings, with 12 pending sales. Homes are averaging 109 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 13 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 109 days on market compared to 131 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 4.7% year-over-year, from $214,900 to $204,725.
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Population: 11,427 · Density: 21.9/mi² · Median household income: $68,350
Typical home value: $146,812 · Homeownership: 75.4%
Defiance: 51527
Earling: 51530
Elk Horn: 51531
Irwin: 51446
Kirkman: 51447
Panama: 51562
Portsmouth: 51565
Shelby: 51570
Westphalia: 51578
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.