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NEWELL, IA 50568

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Buena Vista County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
5
⇧ 150% vs 2 last year
Pending
4
80% pending ratio
Median Price
$125,000
⇩ 60.3% vs $315,000 last year
Average Price
$125,000
⇩ 60.3% vs $315,000 last year
Days on Market
69
⇩ 11.5% vs 78 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,583  ·  Density: 7.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $72,097

Typical home value: $124,277  ·  Homeownership: 82.3%

Market Analysis

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

The NEWELL, IA real estate market (50568) currently shows 5 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 69 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 69 days on market compared to 78 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 60.3% year-over-year, from $315,000 to $125,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 5 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 69 now vs 78 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $125,000 (-60.3% YoY)
  • Average: $125,000 (-60.3% 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 26.1 miles — 69 listings ($14,447,745 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50568Newell, IA 505680.0 mi5$625,000$125,000$125,000
50540Fonda, IA 505407.9 mi3$711,750$237,250$237,250
50510Albert City, IA 505109.6 mi2$134,890$67,445$67,445
50583Sac City, IA 5058313.2 mi11$2,662,330$218,000$242,030
50574Pocahontas, IA 5057416.4 mi11$2,590,863$180,000$235,533
51002Alta, IA 5100217.3 mi2$443,000$221,500$221,500
51053Schaller, IA 5105317.4 mi3$341,139$116,250$113,713
50585Sioux Rapids, IA 5058521.4 mi6$1,082,502$186,500$180,417
51005Aurelia, IA 5100522.9 mi4$646,668$175,000$161,667
51458Odebolt, IA 5145824.1 mi7$864,703$122,000$123,529
51033Linn Grove, IA 5103324.2 mi2$83,000$41,500$41,500
50563Manson, IA 5056324.7 mi12$4,256,400$194,900$354,700
50527Curlew, IA 5052726.1 mi1$5,500$5,500$5,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NEWELL, IA 50568?

As of January 2026, there are 5 active listings in NEWELL, IA (zip code 50568), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NEWELL, IA 50568?

The median listing price in NEWELL, IA 50568 is $125,000 as of January 2026, a 60.3% decrease from $315,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in NEWELL, IA 50568 spend an average of 69 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 78 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NEWELL, IA 50568?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, NEWELL, IA 50568 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 69 days on market compared to 78 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NEWELL, IA 50568 save an estimated $2,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $125,000. 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.