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BARNES CITY, IA 50027

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Mahaska County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇧ 100% vs 1 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$187,350
⇧ 35.8% vs $138,000 last year
Average Price
$187,350
⇧ 35.8% vs $138,000 last year
Days on Market
202
⇧ 165.8% vs 76 days last year

Market Context

Population: 288  ·  Density: 4.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $51,477

Typical home value: $77,906  ·  Homeownership: 67.8%

Market Analysis

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

The BARNES CITY, IA real estate market (50027) currently shows 2 active listings. Homes are averaging 202 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 202 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 35.8% year-over-year, from $138,000 to $187,350.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 1 last year
  • Days on market: 202 now vs 76 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $187,350 (+35.8% YoY)
  • Average: $187,350 (+35.8% 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 22.5 miles — 143 listings ($55,535,290 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50027Barnes City, IA 500270.0 mi2$374,700$187,350$187,350
50171Montezuma, IA 501718.1 mi30$11,720,010$385,000$390,667
50207New Sharon, IA 502079.1 mi9$2,592,603$297,000$288,067
52222Deep River, IA 522229.9 mi2$499,800$249,900$249,900
50242Searsboro, IA 5024213.1 mi3$517,899$164,900$172,633
52595University Park, IA 5259514.8 mi2$276,000$138,000$138,000
52561Fremont, IA 5256117.5 mi1$124,750$124,750$124,750
52534Beacon, IA 5253417.6 mi1$150,000$150,000$150,000
50153Lynnville, IA 5015318.4 mi2$249,800$124,900$124,900
50143Leighton, IA 5014319.2 mi2$1,158,000$579,000$579,000
52211Brooklyn, IA 5221119.8 mi26$5,989,360$199,000$230,360
50251Sully, IA 5025121.6 mi7$2,580,200$275,000$368,600
50219Pella, IA 5021922.5 mi56$29,302,168$469,700$523,253

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BARNES CITY, IA 50027?

As of January 2026, there are 2 active listings in BARNES CITY, IA (zip code 50027), compared to 1 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BARNES CITY, IA 50027?

The median listing price in BARNES CITY, IA 50027 is $187,350 as of January 2026, a 35.8% increase from $138,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in BARNES CITY, IA 50027 spend an average of 202 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 76 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BARNES CITY, IA 50027?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BARNES CITY, IA 50027 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 202 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BARNES CITY, IA 50027 save an estimated $3,747 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $187,350. 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.