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EMMETSBURG, IA 50536

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
30
⇧ 100% vs 15 last year
Pending
6
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$179,900
vs $179,900 last year
Average Price
$231,900
⇩ 16.5% vs $277,576 last year
Days on Market
102
⇩ 25% vs 136 days last year

Market Context

Population: 4,304  ·  Density: 11.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $60,000

Typical home value: $124,515  ·  Homeownership: 71.8%

Market Analysis

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

The EMMETSBURG, IA real estate market (50536) currently shows 30 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 102 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 15 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 102 days on market compared to 136 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0% year-over-year, from $179,900 to $179,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 30 this year vs 15 last year
  • Days on market: 102 now vs 136 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $179,900 (+0% YoY)
  • Average: $231,900 (-16.5% 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 26.3 miles — 176 listings ($40,739,695 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50536Emmetsburg, IA 505360.0 mi30$6,957,000$179,900$231,900
51342Graettinger, IA 513429.1 mi6$906,750$119,000$151,125
50562Mallard, IA 5056211.0 mi1$64,900$64,900$64,900
50515Ayrshire, IA 5051511.3 mi2$31,666$13,500$15,833
50598Whittemore, IA 5059814.3 mi8$1,027,904$122,000$128,488
50597West Bend, IA 5059715.9 mi8$3,716,000$275,000$464,500
50559Lone Rock, IA 5055919.8 mi1$99,000$99,000$99,000
50581Rolfe, IA 5058120.1 mi4$535,920$149,900$133,980
51301Spencer, IA 5130123.0 mi50$10,402,650$169,900$208,053
50514Armstrong, IA 5051423.4 mi5$1,411,125$179,950$282,225
50511Algona, IA 5051124.3 mi54$15,037,812$179,700$278,478
50522Burt, IA 5052226.2 mi4$339,868$75,000$84,967
50519Bode, IA 5051926.3 mi3$209,100$69,700$69,700

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in EMMETSBURG, IA 50536?

As of January 2026, there are 30 active listings in EMMETSBURG, IA (zip code 50536), compared to 15 the prior year.

What is the median home price in EMMETSBURG, IA 50536?

The median listing price in EMMETSBURG, IA 50536 is $179,900 as of January 2026, a 0% increase from $179,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in EMMETSBURG, IA 50536 spend an average of 102 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 136 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in EMMETSBURG, IA 50536?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, EMMETSBURG, IA 50536 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 15 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 102 days on market compared to 136 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in EMMETSBURG, IA 50536 save an estimated $3,598 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $179,900. 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.