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STRATFORD, IA 50249

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
5
⇧ 66.7% vs 3 last year
Pending
2
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$154,450
⇩ 8.6% vs $169,000 last year
Average Price
$212,225
⇧ 25.6% vs $169,000 last year
Days on Market
77
⇩ 57.9% vs 183 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,404  ·  Density: 6.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $49,444

Typical home value: $119,519  ·  Homeownership: 84.7%

Market Analysis

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

The STRATFORD, IA real estate market (50249) currently shows 5 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 77 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 77 days on market compared to 183 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.6% year-over-year, from $169,000 to $154,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 5 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 77 now vs 183 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $154,450 (-8.6% YoY)
  • Average: $212,225 (+25.6% 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 22.5 miles — 118 listings ($29,805,606 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50249Stratford, IA 502490.0 mi5$1,061,125$154,450$212,225
50530Dayton, IA 505307.3 mi4$1,429,992$357,498$357,498
50223Pilot Mound, IA 502239.5 mi2$642,500$321,250$321,250
50130Jewell, IA 5013011.8 mi7$1,656,298$215,000$236,614
50595Webster City, IA 5059513.8 mi56$11,714,136$174,950$209,181
50132Kamrar, IA 5013214.0 mi1$106,000$106,000$106,000
50569Otho, IA 5056915.3 mi1$275,000$275,000$275,000
50105Gilbert, IA 5010517.0 mi10$4,929,780$486,950$492,978
50212Ogden, IA 5021218.2 mi12$3,390,000$233,000$282,500
50543Gowrie, IA 5054320.8 mi8$1,761,200$247,400$220,150
50152Luther, IA 5015221.2 mi3$855,000$325,000$285,000
50034Blairsburg, IA 5003421.8 mi2$179,800$89,900$89,900
50236Roland, IA 5023622.5 mi7$1,804,775$252,450$257,825

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in STRATFORD, IA 50249?

As of January 2026, there are 5 active listings in STRATFORD, IA (zip code 50249), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in STRATFORD, IA 50249?

The median listing price in STRATFORD, IA 50249 is $154,450 as of January 2026, a 8.6% decrease from $169,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in STRATFORD, IA 50249 spend an average of 77 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 183 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in STRATFORD, IA 50249?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, STRATFORD, IA 50249 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 77 days on market compared to 183 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in STRATFORD, IA 50249 save an estimated $3,089 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $154,450. 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.