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EARLHAM, IA 50072

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
8
⇩ 11.1% vs 9 last year
Pending
1
13% pending ratio
Median Price
$749,500
⇧ 2.7% vs $730,000 last year
Average Price
$837,350
⇧ 9.9% vs $761,703 last year
Days on Market
67
⇧ 11.7% vs 60 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,892  ·  Density: 12.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $105,268

Typical home value: $284,298  ·  Homeownership: 84.1%

Market Analysis

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

The EARLHAM, IA real estate market (50072) currently shows 8 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 67 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 67 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 2.7% year-over-year, from $730,000 to $749,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 8 this year vs 9 last year
  • Days on market: 67 now vs 60 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $749,500 (+2.7% YoY)
  • Average: $837,350 (+9.9% 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 20.8 miles — 413 listings ($254,149,966 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50072Earlham, IA 500720.0 mi8$6,698,800$749,500$837,350
50070Dexter, IA 500706.1 mi10$5,320,670$604,950$532,067
50273Winterset, IA 5027310.3 mi47$19,404,138$314,950$412,854
50233Redfield, IA 5023310.9 mi3$2,947,500$982,500$982,500
50218Patterson, IA 5021815.2 mi3$712,350$237,450$237,450
50164Menlo, IA 5016415.7 mi2$398,000$199,000$199,000
50061Cumming, IA 5006117.0 mi12$8,069,736$512,450$672,478
50155Macksburg, IA 5015518.2 mi2$645,000$322,500$322,500
50849Greenfield, IA 5084918.7 mi7$13,457,500$327,500$1,922,500
50325Clive, IA 5032519.4 mi94$64,185,268$599,000$682,822
50323Urbandale, IA 5032319.5 mi202$119,888,818$499,900$593,509
50216Panora, IA 5021619.7 mi19$11,090,186$630,000$583,694
50048Casey, IA 5004820.8 mi4$1,332,000$399,000$333,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in EARLHAM, IA 50072?

As of January 2026, there are 8 active listings in EARLHAM, IA (zip code 50072), compared to 9 the prior year.

What is the median home price in EARLHAM, IA 50072?

The median listing price in EARLHAM, IA 50072 is $749,500 as of January 2026, a 2.7% increase from $730,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in EARLHAM, IA 50072 spend an average of 67 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 60 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in EARLHAM, IA 50072?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, EARLHAM, IA 50072 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 67 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in EARLHAM, IA 50072 save an estimated $14,990 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $749,500. 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.