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NORTHWOOD, IA 50459

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
15
⇧ 87.5% vs 8 last year
Pending
4
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$182,000
⇧ 3.4% vs $175,975 last year
Average Price
$296,777
⇧ 56.1% vs $190,125 last year
Days on Market
70
⇩ 32.7% vs 104 days last year

Market Context

Population: 3,046  ·  Density: 8.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $72,708

Typical home value: $144,979  ·  Homeownership: 81.6%

Market Analysis

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

The NORTHWOOD, IA real estate market (50459) currently shows 15 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 70 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 70 days on market compared to 104 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.4% year-over-year, from $175,975 to $182,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 15 this year vs 8 last year
  • Days on market: 70 now vs 104 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $182,000 (+3.4% YoY)
  • Average: $296,777 (+56.1% 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 23.6 miles — 365 listings ($121,144,315 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50459Northwood, IA 504590.0 mi15$4,451,655$182,000$296,777
56036Glenville, MN 560367.5 mi7$2,061,850$174,950$294,550
50446Joice, IA 5044612.5 mi1$50,000$50,000$50,000
50450Lake Mills, IA 5045013.4 mi7$937,300$129,900$133,900
56029Emmons, MN 5602914.9 mi3$663,999$249,000$221,333
50472Saint Ansgar, IA 5047215.5 mi12$3,224,088$264,000$268,674
50464Plymouth, IA 5046416.1 mi4$525,992$115,700$131,498
50401Mason City, IA 5040120.4 mi115$30,829,890$190,000$268,086
55912Austin, MN 5591221.0 mi92$26,575,672$224,999$288,866
56009Alden, MN 5600921.3 mi9$2,453,067$304,900$272,563
50428Clear Lake, IA 5042822.5 mi93$46,397,886$425,000$498,902
50458Nora Springs, IA 5045823.4 mi6$2,657,916$165,000$442,986
55970Rose Creek, MN 5597023.6 mi1$315,000$315,000$315,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NORTHWOOD, IA 50459?

As of January 2026, there are 15 active listings in NORTHWOOD, IA (zip code 50459), compared to 8 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NORTHWOOD, IA 50459?

The median listing price in NORTHWOOD, IA 50459 is $182,000 as of January 2026, a 3.4% increase from $175,975 the prior year.

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

Homes in NORTHWOOD, IA 50459 spend an average of 70 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 104 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NORTHWOOD, IA 50459?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, NORTHWOOD, IA 50459 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 70 days on market compared to 104 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NORTHWOOD, IA 50459 save an estimated $3,640 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $182,000. 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.