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SAINT CHARLES, IA 50240

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The SAINT CHARLES, IA real estate market (50240) currently shows 4 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 121 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 121 days on market compared to 180 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 11.7% year-over-year, from $729,999 to $644,350.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 2,335  ·  Density: 12.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $98,750

Typical home value: $253,483  ·  Homeownership: 84.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
⇧ 300% vs 1 last year
Pending
3
75% pending ratio
Median Price
$644,350
⇩ 11.7% vs $729,999 last year
Average Price
$644,350
⇩ 11.7% vs $729,999 last year
Days on Market
121
⇩ 32.8% vs 180 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$323
⇩ 5.6% vs $342/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,002 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 4 this year vs 1 last year
  • Days on market: 121 now vs 180 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $644,350 (-11.7% YoY)
  • Average: $644,350 (-11.7% 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 20.8 miles — 709 listings ($299,268,746 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50240Saint Charles, IA 502400.0 mi5$2,683,335$545,000$536,667
50218Patterson, IA 502185.7 mi5$1,124,750$224,950$224,950
50257Truro, IA 502577.6 mi6$1,472,880$229,925$245,480
50222Peru, IA 502229.8 mi1$300,000$300,000$300,000
50211Norwalk, IA 5021112.5 mi191$76,586,798$356,240$400,978
50273Winterset, IA 5027313.7 mi46$19,420,602$346,175$422,187
50149Lorimor, IA 5014917.8 mi7$2,116,541$308,500$302,363
50213Osceola, IA 5021318.1 mi37$9,551,661$218,500$258,153
50266West Des Moines, IA 5026618.6 mi251$138,631,065$395,750$552,315
50315Des Moines, IA 5031519.6 mi136$33,756,152$219,500$248,207
50069De Soto, IA 5006919.8 mi14$5,672,254$317,400$405,161
50275Woodburn, IA 5027520.4 mi1$425,000$425,000$425,000
50072Earlham, IA 5007220.8 mi9$7,527,708$749,500$836,412

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SAINT CHARLES, IA 50240?

As of March 2026, there are 4 active listings in SAINT CHARLES, IA (zip code 50240), compared to 1 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SAINT CHARLES, IA 50240?

The median listing price in SAINT CHARLES, IA 50240 is $644,350 as of March 2026, a 11.7% decrease from $729,999 the prior year.

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

Homes in SAINT CHARLES, IA 50240 spend an average of 121 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 180 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SAINT CHARLES, IA 50240?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SAINT CHARLES, IA 50240 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 121 days on market compared to 180 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAINT CHARLES, IA 50240 save an estimated $12,887 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $644,350. 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.