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NEWTON, IA 50208

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
June 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The NEWTON, IA real estate market (50208) currently shows 169 active listings, with 65 pending sales. Homes are averaging 64 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 64 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.3% year-over-year, from $207,100 to $214,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
169
⇧ 38.5% vs 122 last year
Pending
65
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$214,000
⇧ 3.3% vs $207,100 last year
Average Price
$295,002
⇧ 18.1% vs $249,816 last year
Days on Market
64
⇧ 12.3% vs 57 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$176
⇧ 4.8% vs $168/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,388 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 169 this year vs 122 last year
  • Days on market: 64 now vs 57 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $214,000 (+3.3% YoY)
  • Average: $295,002 (+18.1% 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 22.2 miles — 465 listings ($154,051,492 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50208Newton, IA 502080.0 mi142$37,312,062$207,875$262,761
50028Baxter, IA 500289.3 mi5$1,278,915$246,975$255,783
50127Ira, IA 5012710.1 mi1$114,900$114,900$114,900
50251Sully, IA 5025113.2 mi8$2,750,000$265,000$343,750
50228Prairie City, IA 5022814.3 mi17$5,828,059$276,925$342,827
50153Lynnville, IA 5015315.5 mi4$1,095,900$273,975$273,975
50169Mitchellville, IA 5016916.5 mi11$3,368,475$242,900$306,225
50106Gilman, IA 5010616.8 mi4$935,832$242,975$233,958
50055Collins, IA 5005517.6 mi3$503,250$176,250$167,750
50242Searsboro, IA 5024220.6 mi2$379,900$189,950$189,950
50161Maxwell, IA 5016120.8 mi9$3,947,265$352,425$438,585
50035Bondurant, IA 5003521.7 mi85$34,157,760$375,120$401,856
50009Altoona, IA 5000922.2 mi174$62,379,174$369,945$358,501

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of June 2026, there are 169 active listings in NEWTON, IA (zip code 50208), compared to 122 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in NEWTON, IA 50208 is $214,000 as of June 2026, a 3.3% increase from $207,100 the prior year.

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

Homes in NEWTON, IA 50208 spend an average of 64 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 57 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 June 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 64 days on market compared to 57 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 $4,280 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $214,000. 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.