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ZEARING, IA 50278

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Story County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The ZEARING, IA real estate market (50278) currently shows 5 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 140 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 140 days on market compared to 15 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 21.6% year-over-year, from $220,000 to $172,425.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 851  ·  Density: 7.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,286

Typical home value: $150,468  ·  Homeownership: 75.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
5
vs 5 last year
Pending
3
60% pending ratio
Median Price
$172,425
⇩ 21.6% vs $220,000 last year
Average Price
$172,425
⇩ 28.2% vs $240,166 last year
Days on Market
140
⇧ 833.3% vs 15 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$164
⇧ 53.3% vs $107/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,081 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 140 now vs 15 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $172,425 (-21.6% YoY)
  • Average: $172,425 (-28.2% 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
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 21.5 miles — 138 listings ($47,784,915 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50278Zearing, IA 502780.0 mi3$502,350$167,450$167,450
50051Clemons, IA 500518.4 mi2$738,000$369,000$369,000
50056Colo, IA 500569.2 mi2$379,800$189,900$189,900
50122Hubbard, IA 5012210.3 mi8$1,026,032$132,600$128,254
50247State Center, IA 5024711.5 mi13$3,734,900$200,000$287,300
50230Radcliffe, IA 5023013.0 mi4$562,532$150,000$140,633
50259Gifford, IA 5025914.1 mi1$157,500$157,500$157,500
50248Story City, IA 5024816.3 mi16$4,380,928$239,250$273,808
50010Ames, IA 5001017.0 mi65$28,229,825$327,500$434,305
50105Gilbert, IA 5010517.6 mi8$4,002,808$498,425$500,351
50055Collins, IA 5005518.5 mi3$503,250$176,250$167,750
50621Conrad, IA 5062120.5 mi6$1,542,240$224,750$257,040
50046Cambridge, IA 5004621.5 mi7$2,024,750$230,000$289,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ZEARING, IA 50278?

As of April 2026, there are 5 active listings in ZEARING, IA (zip code 50278), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ZEARING, IA 50278?

The median listing price in ZEARING, IA 50278 is $172,425 as of April 2026, a 21.6% decrease from $220,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ZEARING, IA 50278 spend an average of 140 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 15 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ZEARING, IA 50278?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, ZEARING, IA 50278 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 140 days on market compared to 15 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ZEARING, IA 50278 save an estimated $3,449 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $172,425. 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.