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FORT DODGE, IA 50501

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Webster County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
95
⇧ 1.1% vs 94 last year
Pending
20
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$158,450
⇩ 5.6% vs $167,900 last year
Average Price
$219,943
⇧ 16.3% vs $189,051 last year
Days on Market
93
⇧ 6.9% vs 87 days last year

Market Context

Population: 28,530  ·  Density: 72.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $64,013

Typical home value: $132,898  ·  Homeownership: 66.2%

Market Analysis

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

The FORT DODGE, IA real estate market (50501) currently shows 95 active listings, with 20 pending sales. Homes are averaging 93 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 93 days on market compared to 87 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.6% year-over-year, from $167,900 to $158,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 95 this year vs 94 last year
  • Days on market: 93 now vs 87 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $158,450 (-5.6% YoY)
  • Average: $219,943 (+16.3% 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 22.2 miles — 176 listings ($37,605,554 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50501Fort Dodge, IA 505010.0 mi95$20,894,585$158,450$219,943
50566Moorland, IA 505668.0 mi1$299,000$299,000$299,000
50532Duncombe, IA 505329.8 mi2$549,900$274,950$274,950
50594Vincent, IA 5059410.0 mi1$60,000$60,000$60,000
50521Burnside, IA 5052111.0 mi0$0$92,000$92,000
50557Lehigh, IA 5055712.0 mi3$469,899$140,000$156,633
50548Humboldt, IA 5054815.3 mi37$8,381,055$191,450$226,515
50543Gowrie, IA 5054316.2 mi8$1,761,200$247,400$220,150
50530Dayton, IA 5053017.1 mi4$1,429,992$357,498$357,498
50533Eagle Grove, IA 5053318.0 mi19$3,120,123$155,250$164,217
50538Farnhamville, IA 5053818.9 mi2$115,000$57,500$57,500
50541Gilmore City, IA 5054120.2 mi2$359,900$179,950$179,950
50571Palmer, IA 5057122.2 mi2$164,900$82,450$82,450

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FORT DODGE, IA 50501?

As of January 2026, there are 95 active listings in FORT DODGE, IA (zip code 50501), compared to 94 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FORT DODGE, IA 50501?

The median listing price in FORT DODGE, IA 50501 is $158,450 as of January 2026, a 5.6% decrease from $167,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in FORT DODGE, IA 50501 spend an average of 93 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 87 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FORT DODGE, IA 50501?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, FORT DODGE, IA 50501 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 93 days on market compared to 87 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FORT DODGE, IA 50501 save an estimated $3,169 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $158,450. 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.