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ALTOONA, IA 50009

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Polk County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
157
⇧ 0.6% vs 156 last year
Pending
41
26% pending ratio
Median Price
$369,945
⇧ 4.2% vs $354,990 last year
Average Price
$359,558
⇩ 0.7% vs $362,117 last year
Days on Market
78
⇩ 7.1% vs 84 days last year

Market Context

Population: 21,402  ·  Density: 296.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $91,207

Typical home value: $252,528  ·  Homeownership: 71.3%

Market Analysis

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

The ALTOONA, IA real estate market (50009) currently shows 157 active listings, with 41 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 78 days on market compared to 84 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.2% year-over-year, from $354,990 to $369,945.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 157 this year vs 156 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 84 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $369,945 (+4.2% YoY)
  • Average: $359,558 (-0.7% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 13.3 miles — 1,241 listings ($456,848,975 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50009Altoona, IA 500090.0 mi157$56,450,606$369,945$359,558
50317Des Moines, IA 503175.0 mi207$49,224,186$220,000$237,798
50169Mitchellville, IA 501695.7 mi8$2,473,304$283,750$309,163
50021Ankeny, IA 500217.8 mi290$119,963,720$354,990$413,668
50313Des Moines, IA 503138.5 mi87$17,764,182$182,400$204,186
50303Des Moines, IA 503039.3 mi1$299,000$299,000$299,000
50309Des Moines, IA 503099.3 mi66$24,878,238$319,950$376,943
50023Ankeny, IA 5002310.7 mi261$115,915,059$385,000$444,119
50073Elkhart, IA 5007310.8 mi14$13,611,402$362,000$972,243
50311Des Moines, IA 5031111.4 mi48$13,197,168$234,900$274,941
50312Des Moines, IA 5031212.0 mi83$36,539,837$289,000$440,239
50228Prairie City, IA 5022812.3 mi17$5,718,273$326,950$336,369
50007Alleman, IA 5000713.3 mi2$814,000$407,000$407,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ALTOONA, IA 50009?

As of January 2026, there are 157 active listings in ALTOONA, IA (zip code 50009), compared to 156 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ALTOONA, IA 50009?

The median listing price in ALTOONA, IA 50009 is $369,945 as of January 2026, a 4.2% increase from $354,990 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in ALTOONA, IA?

Homes in ALTOONA, IA 50009 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 84 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ALTOONA, IA 50009?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ALTOONA, IA 50009 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 78 days on market compared to 84 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in ALTOONA, IA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ALTOONA, IA 50009 save an estimated $7,399 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $369,945. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.