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BAXTER, IA 50028

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Jasper County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
⇩ 60% vs 10 last year
Pending
1
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$259,900
⇧ 4.3% vs $249,150 last year
Average Price
$269,933
⇩ 11.3% vs $304,390 last year
Days on Market
61
⇩ 39.6% vs 101 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,776  ·  Density: 15.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $73,235

Typical home value: $176,592  ·  Homeownership: 81.3%

Market Analysis

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

The BAXTER, IA real estate market (50028) currently shows 4 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 61 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 61 days on market compared to 101 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.3% year-over-year, from $249,150 to $259,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 4 this year vs 10 last year
  • Days on market: 61 now vs 101 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $259,900 (+4.3% YoY)
  • Average: $269,933 (-11.3% 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 20.6 miles — 296 listings ($74,054,339 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50028Baxter, IA 500280.0 mi4$1,079,732$259,900$269,933
50234Rhodes, IA 502345.3 mi1$0$0$0
50055Collins, IA 500558.5 mi3$525,000$182,000$175,000
50208Newton, IA 502089.3 mi137$36,809,982$218,350$268,686
50120Haverhill, IA 5012011.8 mi1$402,450$402,450$402,450
50247State Center, IA 5024713.9 mi13$3,457,350$205,000$265,950
50169Mitchellville, IA 5016915.2 mi8$2,473,304$283,750$309,163
50078Ferguson, IA 5007817.0 mi1$134,900$134,900$134,900
50228Prairie City, IA 5022817.7 mi17$5,718,273$326,950$336,369
50137Killduff, IA 5013718.7 mi1$319,900$319,900$319,900
50046Cambridge, IA 5004619.8 mi7$2,171,575$237,333$310,225
50170Monroe, IA 5017020.0 mi12$3,443,736$272,500$286,978
50158Marshalltown, IA 5015820.6 mi91$17,518,137$171,750$192,507

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BAXTER, IA 50028?

As of January 2026, there are 4 active listings in BAXTER, IA (zip code 50028), compared to 10 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BAXTER, IA 50028?

The median listing price in BAXTER, IA 50028 is $259,900 as of January 2026, a 4.3% increase from $249,150 the prior year.

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

Homes in BAXTER, IA 50028 spend an average of 61 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 101 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BAXTER, IA 50028?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BAXTER, IA 50028 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 61 days on market compared to 101 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BAXTER, IA 50028 save an estimated $5,198 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $259,900. 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.