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PRAIRIE CITY, IA 50228

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
⇧ 183.3% vs 6 last year
Pending
3
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$326,950
⇧ 9.2% vs $299,375 last year
Average Price
$336,369
⇧ 5.1% vs $320,050 last year
Days on Market
73
⇧ 37.7% vs 53 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,688  ·  Density: 15.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $83,140

Typical home value: $187,798  ·  Homeownership: 79.0%

Market Analysis

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

The PRAIRIE CITY, IA real estate market (50228) currently shows 17 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 73 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 9.2% year-over-year, from $299,375 to $326,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 17 this year vs 6 last year
  • Days on market: 73 now vs 53 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $326,950 (+9.2% YoY)
  • Average: $336,369 (+5.1% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 19.7 miles — 438 listings ($146,392,489 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50228Prairie City, IA 502280.0 mi17$5,718,273$326,950$336,369
50170Monroe, IA 501707.1 mi12$3,443,736$272,500$286,978
50169Mitchellville, IA 501698.2 mi8$2,473,304$283,750$309,163
50118Hartford, IA 5011810.4 mi3$2,142,000$714,000$714,000
50009Altoona, IA 5000912.3 mi157$56,450,606$369,945$359,558
50225Pleasantville, IA 5022513.1 mi8$1,988,000$165,000$248,500
50232Reasnor, IA 5023214.1 mi1$50,000$50,000$50,000
50168Mingo, IA 5016814.4 mi4$1,831,932$309,000$457,983
50035Bondurant, IA 5003515.5 mi81$34,222,986$389,945$422,506
50137Killduff, IA 5013716.8 mi1$319,900$319,900$319,900
50028Baxter, IA 5002817.7 mi4$1,079,732$259,900$269,933
50251Sully, IA 5025119.2 mi7$2,580,200$275,000$368,600
50315Des Moines, IA 5031519.7 mi135$34,091,820$218,450$252,532

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PRAIRIE CITY, IA 50228?

As of January 2026, there are 17 active listings in PRAIRIE CITY, IA (zip code 50228), compared to 6 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PRAIRIE CITY, IA 50228?

The median listing price in PRAIRIE CITY, IA 50228 is $326,950 as of January 2026, a 9.2% increase from $299,375 the prior year.

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

Homes in PRAIRIE CITY, IA 50228 spend an average of 73 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 53 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PRAIRIE CITY, IA 50228?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, PRAIRIE CITY, IA 50228 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PRAIRIE CITY, IA 50228 save an estimated $6,539 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $326,950. 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.