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ELLSTON, IA 50074

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Ringgold County
Buyer's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The ELLSTON, IA real estate market (50074) currently shows 23 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 53 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 53 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 33.1% year-over-year, from $1,031,250 to $689,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 195  ·  Density: 1.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $110,313

Typical home value: $427,675  ·  Homeownership: 93.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
23
⇧ 27.8% vs 18 last year
Pending
3
13% pending ratio
Median Price
$689,900
⇩ 33.1% vs $1,031,250 last year
Average Price
$680,596
⇩ 32.3% vs $1,005,909 last year
Days on Market
53
⇧ 10.4% vs 48 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$433
⇩ 24.4% vs $573/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,518 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 23 this year vs 18 last year
  • Days on market: 53 now vs 48 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $689,900 (-33.1% YoY)
  • Average: $680,596 (-32.3% 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
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 28.5 miles — 83 listings ($23,503,116 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50074Ellston, IA 500740.0 mi14$8,089,634$533,725$577,831
50108Grand River, IA 501086.5 mi3$850,500$283,500$283,500
50133Kellerton, IA 501339.7 mi4$424,032$98,125$106,008
50262Van Wert, IA 5026213.3 mi4$871,000$217,750$217,750
50174Murray, IA 5017413.8 mi5$374,875$74,975$74,975
50144Leon, IA 5014419.7 mi8$1,072,264$121,250$134,033
50213Osceola, IA 5021320.2 mi37$9,551,661$218,500$258,153
50840Clearfield, IA 5084021.8 mi3$727,350$242,450$242,450
50065Davis City, IA 5006523.1 mi2$747,800$373,900$373,900
50103Garden Grove, IA 5010324.7 mi0$0$69,900$69,900
50222Peru, IA 5022225.7 mi1$300,000$300,000$300,000
64426Blythedale, MO 6442626.0 mi1$69,000$69,000$69,000
50275Woodburn, IA 5027528.5 mi1$425,000$425,000$425,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELLSTON, IA 50074?

As of April 2026, there are 23 active listings in ELLSTON, IA (zip code 50074), compared to 18 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELLSTON, IA 50074?

The median listing price in ELLSTON, IA 50074 is $689,900 as of April 2026, a 33.1% decrease from $1,031,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELLSTON, IA 50074 spend an average of 53 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 48 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELLSTON, IA 50074?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, ELLSTON, IA 50074 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 53 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELLSTON, IA 50074 save an estimated $13,798 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $689,900. 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.