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SEARSBORO, IA 50242

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

Market Analysis

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

The SEARSBORO, IA real estate market (50242) currently shows 3 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 73 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 73 days on market compared to 129 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 34.9% year-over-year, from $229,900 to $149,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 478  ·  Density: 4.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $81,625

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 83.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
3
⇧ 50% vs 2 last year
Pending
2
67% pending ratio
Median Price
$149,750
⇩ 34.9% vs $229,900 last year
Average Price
$149,750
⇩ 34.9% vs $229,900 last year
Days on Market
73
⇩ 43.4% vs 129 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$127
⇩ 20.6% vs $160/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,243 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 3 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 73 now vs 129 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $149,750 (-34.9% YoY)
  • Average: $149,750 (-34.9% 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 23.5 miles — 276 listings ($74,811,202 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50242Searsboro, IA 502420.0 mi2$379,900$189,950$189,950
50171Montezuma, IA 501718.8 mi23$9,196,297$359,250$399,839
50207New Sharon, IA 502079.4 mi9$2,841,120$315,000$315,680
50027Barnes City, IA 5002713.1 mi3$507,600$137,900$169,200
50143Leighton, IA 5014316.2 mi2$1,148,000$574,000$574,000
52211Brooklyn, IA 5221118.5 mi22$5,427,972$191,250$246,726
52586Rose Hill, IA 5258619.1 mi1$390,000$390,000$390,000
52221Guernsey, IA 5222119.5 mi1$39,900$39,900$39,900
52577Oskaloosa, IA 5257720.2 mi46$11,940,818$206,225$259,583
50208Newton, IA 5020820.5 mi142$37,312,062$207,875$262,761
50170Monroe, IA 5017021.9 mi13$3,531,853$267,500$271,681
50106Gilman, IA 5010622.8 mi4$935,832$242,975$233,958
52347Victor, IA 5234723.5 mi8$1,159,848$130,975$144,981

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SEARSBORO, IA 50242?

As of March 2026, there are 3 active listings in SEARSBORO, IA (zip code 50242), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SEARSBORO, IA 50242?

The median listing price in SEARSBORO, IA 50242 is $149,750 as of March 2026, a 34.9% decrease from $229,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in SEARSBORO, IA 50242 spend an average of 73 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 129 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SEARSBORO, IA 50242?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SEARSBORO, IA 50242 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 73 days on market compared to 129 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SEARSBORO, IA 50242 save an estimated $2,995 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $149,750. 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.