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SLATER, IA 50244

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Polk County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
5
vs 5 last year
Pending
1
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$349,950
⇧ 11.1% vs $314,900 last year
Average Price
$337,450
⇧ 7.2% vs $314,900 last year
Days on Market
60
⇩ 30.2% vs 86 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,900  ·  Density: 29.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $98,542

Typical home value: $216,397  ·  Homeownership: 90.2%

Market Analysis

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

The SLATER, IA real estate market (50244) currently shows 5 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 60 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 60 days on market compared to 86 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 11.1% year-over-year, from $314,900 to $349,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 60 now vs 86 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $349,950 (+11.1% YoY)
  • Average: $337,450 (+7.2% 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 17.0 miles — 641 listings ($242,849,168 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50244Slater, IA 502440.0 mi5$1,687,250$349,950$337,450
50124Huxley, IA 501243.4 mi28$11,191,460$337,450$399,695
50226Polk City, IA 502264.6 mi69$41,050,653$507,400$594,937
50046Cambridge, IA 500467.1 mi7$2,171,575$237,333$310,225
50156Madrid, IA 501568.5 mi31$8,077,050$249,900$260,550
50109Granger, IA 501099.9 mi18$7,396,542$364,900$410,919
50131Johnston, IA 5013111.2 mi136$71,870,288$427,250$528,458
50161Maxwell, IA 5016113.0 mi8$3,495,520$284,900$436,940
50035Bondurant, IA 5003513.2 mi81$34,222,986$389,945$422,506
50313Des Moines, IA 5031313.6 mi87$17,764,182$182,400$204,186
50276Woodward, IA 5027614.0 mi13$3,640,585$271,950$280,045
50322Urbandale, IA 5032215.6 mi107$30,993,620$259,900$289,660
50316Des Moines, IA 5031617.0 mi51$9,287,457$177,000$182,107

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SLATER, IA 50244?

As of January 2026, there are 5 active listings in SLATER, IA (zip code 50244), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SLATER, IA 50244?

The median listing price in SLATER, IA 50244 is $349,950 as of January 2026, a 11.1% increase from $314,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in SLATER, IA 50244 spend an average of 60 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 86 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SLATER, IA 50244?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SLATER, IA 50244 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are selling faster, averaging 60 days on market compared to 86 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SLATER, IA 50244 save an estimated $6,999 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $349,950. 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.