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VAN WERT, IA 50262

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

Market Analysis

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

The VAN WERT, IA real estate market (50262) currently shows 2 active listings. Homes are averaging 213 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 213 days on market compared to 98 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 41.9% year-over-year, from $366,750 to $213,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 174  ·  Density: 1.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $39,167

Typical home value: $73,456  ·  Homeownership: 91.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇩ 33.3% vs 3 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$213,000
⇩ 41.9% vs $366,750 last year
Average Price
$213,000
⇩ 41.9% vs $366,750 last year
Days on Market
213
⇧ 117.3% vs 98 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$186
⇧ 34.8% vs $138/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,126 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 213 now vs 98 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $213,000 (-41.9% YoY)
  • Average: $213,000 (-41.9% 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 25.9 miles — 55 listings ($21,254,315 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50262Van Wert, IA 502620.0 mi4$871,000$217,750$217,750
50108Grand River, IA 501087.5 mi3$850,500$283,500$283,500
50103Garden Grove, IA 5010311.8 mi0$0$69,900$69,900
50074Ellston, IA 5007413.3 mi14$8,089,634$533,725$577,831
50254Thayer, IA 5025415.9 mi0$0$115,000$115,000
50133Kellerton, IA 5013316.5 mi4$424,032$98,125$106,008
50140Lamoni, IA 5014017.6 mi12$2,167,524$161,000$180,627
50863Tingley, IA 5086318.4 mi1$40,000$40,000$40,000
50147Lineville, IA 5014721.6 mi1$65,000$65,000$65,000
50151Lucas, IA 5015122.9 mi5$3,217,250$637,000$643,450
64426Blythedale, MO 6442623.5 mi1$69,000$69,000$69,000
50210New Virginia, IA 5021023.9 mi9$5,160,375$507,500$573,375
50222Peru, IA 5022225.9 mi1$300,000$300,000$300,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in VAN WERT, IA 50262?

As of March 2026, there are 2 active listings in VAN WERT, IA (zip code 50262), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in VAN WERT, IA 50262?

The median listing price in VAN WERT, IA 50262 is $213,000 as of March 2026, a 41.9% decrease from $366,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in VAN WERT, IA 50262 spend an average of 213 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 98 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in VAN WERT, IA 50262?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, VAN WERT, IA 50262 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 213 days on market compared to 98 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in VAN WERT, IA 50262 save an estimated $4,260 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $213,000. 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.