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LAURENS, IA 50554

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
8
⇧ 14.3% vs 7 last year
Pending
2
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$127,000
⇩ 9.2% vs $139,900 last year
Average Price
$142,175
⇩ 21.8% vs $181,819 last year
Days on Market
134
⇧ 12.6% vs 119 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,674  ·  Density: 7.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,912

Typical home value: $88,816  ·  Homeownership: 75.4%

Market Analysis

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

The LAURENS, IA real estate market (50554) currently shows 8 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 134 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 134 days on market compared to 119 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.2% year-over-year, from $139,900 to $127,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 8 this year vs 7 last year
  • Days on market: 134 now vs 119 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $127,000 (-9.2% YoY)
  • Average: $142,175 (-21.8% 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 — 127 listings ($27,438,381 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50554Laurens, IA 505540.0 mi8$1,137,400$127,000$142,175
50527Curlew, IA 505278.8 mi1$5,500$5,500$5,500
50574Pocahontas, IA 5057411.4 mi11$2,590,863$180,000$235,533
50515Ayrshire, IA 5051512.1 mi2$31,666$13,500$15,833
50593Varina, IA 5059313.3 mi1$319,900$319,900$319,900
50585Sioux Rapids, IA 5058515.8 mi6$1,082,502$186,500$180,417
50568Newell, IA 5056817.4 mi5$625,000$125,000$125,000
50571Palmer, IA 5057119.7 mi2$164,900$82,450$82,450
50536Emmetsburg, IA 5053620.0 mi30$6,957,000$179,900$231,900
50575Pomeroy, IA 5057521.1 mi2$180,000$90,000$90,000
50597West Bend, IA 5059721.6 mi8$3,716,000$275,000$464,500
50520Bradgate, IA 5052022.7 mi1$225,000$225,000$225,000
51301Spencer, IA 5130126.3 mi50$10,402,650$169,900$208,053

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAURENS, IA 50554?

As of January 2026, there are 8 active listings in LAURENS, IA (zip code 50554), compared to 7 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAURENS, IA 50554?

The median listing price in LAURENS, IA 50554 is $127,000 as of January 2026, a 9.2% decrease from $139,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAURENS, IA 50554 spend an average of 134 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 119 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAURENS, IA 50554?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LAURENS, IA 50554 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 134 days on market compared to 119 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAURENS, IA 50554 save an estimated $2,540 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $127,000. 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.