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CHARITON, IA 50049

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lucas County
Seller's Market
July 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CHARITON, IA real estate market (50049) currently shows 62 active listings, with 10 pending sales. Homes are averaging 71 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 71 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 16.4% year-over-year, from $230,200 to $192,400.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 6,449  ·  Density: 11.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,284

Typical home value: $110,763  ·  Homeownership: 74.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
62
⇩ 1.6% vs 63 last year
Pending
10
16% pending ratio
Median Price
$192,400
⇩ 16.4% vs $230,200 last year
Average Price
$225,853
⇩ 32.7% vs $335,518 last year
Days on Market
71
⇩ 6.6% vs 76 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$129
⇩ 0.8% vs $130/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,538 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 62 this year vs 63 last year
  • Days on market: 71 now vs 76 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $192,400 (-16.4% YoY)
  • Average: $225,853 (-32.7% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 26.2 miles — 291 listings ($95,352,620 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50049Chariton, IA 500490.0 mi60$15,212,100$201,000$253,535
50238Russell, IA 502387.8 mi5$1,181,500$240,000$236,300
50068Derby, IA 5006811.1 mi1$599,000$599,000$599,000
50163Melcher Dallas, IA 5016313.1 mi3$490,575$163,525$163,525
50062Melcher Dallas, IA 5006213.9 mi5$898,000$144,900$179,600
50123Humeston, IA 5012317.6 mi8$1,264,400$135,000$158,050
50166Milo, IA 5016618.3 mi9$5,245,974$667,475$582,886
50138Knoxville, IA 5013820.8 mi58$15,168,740$225,500$261,530
52574Mystic, IA 5257423.3 mi6$944,898$157,500$157,483
50103Garden Grove, IA 5010323.6 mi0$0$69,900$69,900
50213Osceola, IA 5021324.5 mi37$9,551,661$218,500$258,153
50125Indianola, IA 5012525.2 mi98$44,375,772$358,740$452,814
50119Harvey, IA 5011926.2 mi1$420,000$420,000$420,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHARITON, IA 50049?

As of July 2026, there are 62 active listings in CHARITON, IA (zip code 50049), compared to 63 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHARITON, IA 50049?

The median listing price in CHARITON, IA 50049 is $192,400 as of July 2026, a 16.4% decrease from $230,200 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHARITON, IA 50049 spend an average of 71 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 CHARITON, IA 50049?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of July 2026, CHARITON, IA 50049 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 71 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHARITON, IA 50049 save an estimated $3,848 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $192,400. 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.