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ROCKWELL CITY, IA 50579

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Calhoun County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The ROCKWELL CITY, IA real estate market (50579) currently shows 9 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 82 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 82 days on market compared to 264 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 70.2% year-over-year, from $509,250 to $151,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 3,153  ·  Density: 8.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $63,893

Typical home value: $115,091  ·  Homeownership: 76.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
9
⇧ 50% vs 6 last year
Pending
2
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$151,950
⇩ 70.2% vs $509,250 last year
Average Price
$159,438
⇩ 68.7% vs $509,625 last year
Days on Market
82
⇩ 68.9% vs 264 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$104
⇩ 45.8% vs $192/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,538 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 9 this year vs 6 last year
  • Days on market: 82 now vs 264 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $151,950 (-70.2% YoY)
  • Average: $159,438 (-68.7% 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 24.2 miles — 159 listings ($36,821,566 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50579Rockwell City, IA 505790.0 mi9$1,333,800$154,000$148,200
51449Lake City, IA 5144910.2 mi2$789,800$394,900$394,900
50563Manson, IA 5056310.8 mi12$5,147,196$273,650$428,933
50538Farnhamville, IA 5053812.9 mi2$108,000$54,000$54,000
51451Lanesboro, IA 5145114.8 mi2$325,000$162,500$162,500
50566Moorland, IA 5056615.9 mi1$299,000$299,000$299,000
50050Churdan, IA 5005017.0 mi7$1,117,200$137,900$159,600
50540Fonda, IA 5054017.7 mi3$448,500$149,500$149,500
50543Gowrie, IA 5054318.7 mi8$1,689,304$242,475$211,163
51450Lake View, IA 5145020.8 mi4$998,668$229,000$249,667
50593Varina, IA 5059322.7 mi1$319,900$319,900$319,900
50501Fort Dodge, IA 5050123.7 mi106$23,885,298$165,000$225,333
50541Gilmore City, IA 5054124.2 mi2$359,900$179,950$179,950

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ROCKWELL CITY, IA 50579?

As of March 2026, there are 9 active listings in ROCKWELL CITY, IA (zip code 50579), compared to 6 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ROCKWELL CITY, IA 50579?

The median listing price in ROCKWELL CITY, IA 50579 is $151,950 as of March 2026, a 70.2% decrease from $509,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in ROCKWELL CITY, IA 50579 spend an average of 82 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 264 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ROCKWELL CITY, IA 50579?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, ROCKWELL CITY, IA 50579 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 82 days on market compared to 264 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ROCKWELL CITY, IA 50579 save an estimated $3,039 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $151,950. 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.