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CLEAR LAKE, IA 50428

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Cerro Gordo County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
93
⇩ 9.7% vs 103 last year
Pending
5
5% pending ratio
Median Price
$425,000
⇧ 1.6% vs $418,225 last year
Average Price
$498,902
⇧ 4.5% vs $477,319 last year
Days on Market
136
⇩ 23.2% vs 177 days last year

Market Context

Population: 9,119  ·  Density: 30.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $69,426

Typical home value: $237,314  ·  Homeownership: 76.1%

Market Analysis

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

The CLEAR LAKE, IA real estate market (50428) currently shows 93 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 136 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 136 days on market compared to 177 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.6% year-over-year, from $418,225 to $425,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 93 this year vs 103 last year
  • Days on market: 136 now vs 177 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $425,000 (+1.6% YoY)
  • Average: $498,902 (+4.5% 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 23.5 miles — 167 listings ($61,359,254 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50428Clear Lake, IA 504280.0 mi93$46,397,886$425,000$498,902
50434Fertile, IA 504349.2 mi1$0$0$0
50444Hanlontown, IA 5044410.8 mi2$196,000$98,000$98,000
50449Klemme, IA 5044912.6 mi1$130,000$130,000$130,000
50479Thornton, IA 5047913.5 mi1$264,000$264,000$264,000
50446Joice, IA 5044614.4 mi1$50,000$50,000$50,000
50436Forest City, IA 5043616.3 mi22$4,619,516$176,500$209,978
50464Plymouth, IA 5046417.6 mi4$525,992$115,700$131,498
50475Sheffield, IA 5047519.7 mi9$3,252,213$172,400$361,357
50450Lake Mills, IA 5045020.8 mi7$937,300$129,900$133,900
50433Dougherty, IA 5043322.4 mi2$84,800$42,400$42,400
50468Rockford, IA 5046822.6 mi3$630,000$210,000$210,000
50421Belmond, IA 5042123.5 mi21$4,271,547$197,450$203,407

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CLEAR LAKE, IA 50428?

As of January 2026, there are 93 active listings in CLEAR LAKE, IA (zip code 50428), compared to 103 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CLEAR LAKE, IA 50428?

The median listing price in CLEAR LAKE, IA 50428 is $425,000 as of January 2026, a 1.6% increase from $418,225 the prior year.

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

Homes in CLEAR LAKE, IA 50428 spend an average of 136 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 177 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CLEAR LAKE, IA 50428?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CLEAR LAKE, IA 50428 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 136 days on market compared to 177 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CLEAR LAKE, IA 50428 save an estimated $8,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $425,000. 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.