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BANCROFT, IA 50517

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The BANCROFT, IA real estate market (50517) currently shows 3 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 142 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 142 days on market compared to 106 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.1% year-over-year, from $154,900 to $145,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 909  ·  Density: 4.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $57,917

Typical home value: $83,972  ·  Homeownership: 74.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
3
⇧ 200% vs 1 last year
Pending
2
67% pending ratio
Median Price
$145,500
⇩ 6.1% vs $154,900 last year
Average Price
$145,500
⇩ 6.1% vs $154,900 last year
Days on Market
142
⇧ 34% vs 106 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$130
⇩ 9.1% vs $143/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,150 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 3 this year vs 1 last year
  • Days on market: 142 now vs 106 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $145,500 (-6.1% YoY)
  • Average: $145,500 (-6.1% 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
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 25.1 miles — 54 listings ($8,130,772 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50517Bancroft, IA 505170.0 mi2$310,000$155,000$155,000
50590Swea City, IA 505908.1 mi3$282,750$94,250$94,250
50480Titonka, IA 504809.8 mi7$565,250$91,750$80,750
50514Armstrong, IA 5051414.3 mi5$859,875$171,975$171,975
50578Ringsted, IA 5057815.8 mi1$419,000$419,000$419,000
56027Elmore, MN 5602716.1 mi4$520,000$130,000$130,000
50598Whittemore, IA 5059817.9 mi7$881,174$113,750$125,882
50465Rake, IA 5046520.7 mi2$349,800$174,900$174,900
50432Crystal Lake, IA 5043222.6 mi1$130,000$130,000$130,000
56033Frost, MN 5603323.4 mi4$289,868$39,900$72,467
50560Lu Verne, IA 5056024.7 mi1$149,000$149,000$149,000
50423Britt, IA 5042325.0 mi12$2,089,680$161,063$174,140
50597West Bend, IA 5059725.1 mi5$1,284,375$225,000$256,875

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BANCROFT, IA 50517?

As of March 2026, there are 3 active listings in BANCROFT, IA (zip code 50517), compared to 1 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BANCROFT, IA 50517?

The median listing price in BANCROFT, IA 50517 is $145,500 as of March 2026, a 6.1% decrease from $154,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in BANCROFT, IA 50517 spend an average of 142 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 106 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BANCROFT, IA 50517?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, BANCROFT, IA 50517 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 142 days on market compared to 106 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BANCROFT, IA 50517 save an estimated $2,910 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $145,500. 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.