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ALGONA, IA 50511

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Kossuth County
Balanced Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The ALGONA, IA real estate market (50511) currently shows 71 active listings, with 12 pending sales. Homes are averaging 69 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 69 days on market compared to 92 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 10.2% year-over-year, from $179,925 to $198,200.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 7,041  ·  Density: 20.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $58,664

Typical home value: $159,573  ·  Homeownership: 68.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
71
⇧ 20.3% vs 59 last year
Pending
12
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$198,200
⇧ 10.2% vs $179,925 last year
Average Price
$291,581
⇧ 21.5% vs $240,050 last year
Days on Market
69
⇩ 25% vs 92 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$133
⇧ 8.1% vs $123/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,598 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 71 this year vs 59 last year
  • Days on market: 69 now vs 92 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $198,200 (+10.2% YoY)
  • Average: $291,581 (+21.5% 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
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 25.0 miles — 109 listings ($26,094,283 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50511Algona, IA 505110.0 mi54$15,696,882$180,238$290,683
50560Lu Verne, IA 5056010.1 mi1$149,000$149,000$149,000
50559Lone Rock, IA 5055910.7 mi1$99,000$99,000$99,000
50519Bode, IA 5051912.1 mi4$313,300$89,950$78,325
50558Livermore, IA 5055814.6 mi1$89,000$89,000$89,000
50430Corwith, IA 5043014.9 mi1$289,900$289,900$289,900
50528Cylinder, IA 5052816.8 mi2$287,000$143,500$143,500
50520Bradgate, IA 5052020.7 mi1$225,000$225,000$225,000
50562Mallard, IA 5056222.8 mi1$64,900$64,900$64,900
50590Swea City, IA 5059023.3 mi3$282,750$94,250$94,250
50432Crystal Lake, IA 5043223.6 mi1$130,000$130,000$130,000
50529Dakota City, IA 5052924.4 mi3$393,399$134,500$131,133
50548Humboldt, IA 5054825.0 mi36$8,074,152$189,675$224,282

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ALGONA, IA 50511?

As of September 2026, there are 71 active listings in ALGONA, IA (zip code 50511), compared to 59 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ALGONA, IA 50511?

The median listing price in ALGONA, IA 50511 is $198,200 as of September 2026, a 10.2% increase from $179,925 the prior year.

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

Homes in ALGONA, IA 50511 spend an average of 69 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 92 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ALGONA, IA 50511?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, ALGONA, IA 50511 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 69 days on market compared to 92 days last year.

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