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NEWTON, IA 50208

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
137
⇧ 52.2% vs 90 last year
Pending
27
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$218,350
⇧ 11.4% vs $196,000 last year
Average Price
$268,686
⇧ 14.3% vs $235,115 last year
Days on Market
85
⇧ 28.8% vs 66 days last year

Market Context

Population: 20,339  ·  Density: 49.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $57,274

Typical home value: $151,493  ·  Homeownership: 72.6%

Market Analysis

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

The NEWTON, IA real estate market (50208) currently shows 137 active listings, with 27 pending sales. Homes are averaging 85 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 47 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 85 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 11.4% year-over-year, from $196,000 to $218,350.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 137 this year vs 90 last year
  • Days on market: 85 now vs 66 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $218,350 (+11.4% YoY)
  • Average: $268,686 (+14.3% 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 21.2 miles — 308 listings ($105,422,793 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50208Newton, IA 502080.0 mi137$36,809,982$218,350$268,686
50028Baxter, IA 500289.3 mi4$1,079,732$259,900$269,933
50054Colfax, IA 5005410.1 mi16$3,906,800$223,779$244,175
50232Reasnor, IA 5023211.2 mi1$50,000$50,000$50,000
50251Sully, IA 5025113.2 mi7$2,580,200$275,000$368,600
50228Prairie City, IA 5022814.3 mi17$5,718,273$326,950$336,369
50162Melbourne, IA 5016214.9 mi2$379,900$189,950$189,950
50120Haverhill, IA 5012015.6 mi1$402,450$402,450$402,450
50112Grinnell, IA 5011216.7 mi51$11,971,536$220,000$234,736
50214Otley, IA 5021417.2 mi1$215,000$215,000$215,000
50078Ferguson, IA 5007818.1 mi1$134,900$134,900$134,900
50237Runnells, IA 5023720.6 mi14$12,871,852$600,000$919,418
50219Pella, IA 5021921.2 mi56$29,302,168$469,700$523,253

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NEWTON, IA 50208?

As of January 2026, there are 137 active listings in NEWTON, IA (zip code 50208), compared to 90 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NEWTON, IA 50208?

The median listing price in NEWTON, IA 50208 is $218,350 as of January 2026, a 11.4% increase from $196,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in NEWTON, IA 50208 spend an average of 85 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 66 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NEWTON, IA 50208?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, NEWTON, IA 50208 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 47 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 85 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NEWTON, IA 50208 save an estimated $4,367 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $218,350. 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.