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RINGSTED, IA 50578

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Emmet County
Buyer's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The RINGSTED, IA real estate market (50578) currently shows 2 active listings. Homes are averaging 121 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 121 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 76.5% year-over-year, from $860,520 to $202,100.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 687  ·  Density: 3.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $67,500

Typical home value: $80,474  ·  Homeownership: 84.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇧ 100% vs 1 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$202,100
⇩ 76.5% vs $860,520 last year
Average Price
$202,100
⇩ 76.5% vs $860,520 last year
Days on Market
121
⇧ 86.2% vs 65 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$75
Median Home Size
2,125 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Sale-to-List Price Dynamics

At Original Price
99%
Listings with no price change
Price Reduced
1%

Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 1 last year
  • Days on market: 121 now vs 65 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $202,100 (-76.5% YoY)
  • Average: $202,100 (-76.5% 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 26.0 miles — 112 listings ($27,358,838 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50578Ringsted, IA 505780.0 mi1$419,000$419,000$419,000
51365Wallingford, IA 513659.4 mi3$312,624$97,225$104,208
50528Cylinder, IA 5052811.3 mi2$287,000$143,500$143,500
50559Lone Rock, IA 5055912.9 mi1$99,000$99,000$99,000
50536Emmetsburg, IA 5053614.8 mi33$8,258,910$199,900$250,270
50517Bancroft, IA 5051715.8 mi2$310,000$155,000$155,000
56121Ceylon, MN 5612116.7 mi2$260,000$130,000$130,000
50556Ledyard, IA 5055620.3 mi1$159,779$159,779$159,779
51364Terril, IA 5136420.9 mi1$159,000$159,000$159,000
56031Fairmont, MN 5603122.6 mi50$14,723,900$259,600$294,478
50597West Bend, IA 5059723.1 mi5$1,284,375$225,000$256,875
50480Titonka, IA 5048025.2 mi7$565,250$91,750$80,750
56027Elmore, MN 5602726.0 mi4$520,000$130,000$130,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RINGSTED, IA 50578?

As of April 2026, there are 2 active listings in RINGSTED, IA (zip code 50578), compared to 1 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RINGSTED, IA 50578?

The median listing price in RINGSTED, IA 50578 is $202,100 as of April 2026, a 76.5% decrease from $860,520 the prior year.

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

Homes in RINGSTED, IA 50578 spend an average of 121 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 65 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in RINGSTED, IA 50578?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, RINGSTED, IA 50578 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 121 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in RINGSTED, IA 50578 save an estimated $4,042 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $202,100. 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.