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WEST BEND, IA 50597

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
8
⇧ 166.7% vs 3 last year
Pending
3
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$275,000
⇧ 53.6% vs $179,000 last year
Average Price
$464,500
⇧ 190.9% vs $159,667 last year
Days on Market
278
⇧ 334.4% vs 64 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,312  ·  Density: 6.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $82,500

Typical home value: $160,230  ·  Homeownership: 79.7%

Market Analysis

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

The WEST BEND, IA real estate market (50597) currently shows 8 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 278 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 278 days on market compared to 64 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 53.6% year-over-year, from $179,000 to $275,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 8 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 278 now vs 64 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $275,000 (+53.6% YoY)
  • Average: $464,500 (+190.9% 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 24.9 miles — 75 listings ($17,444,596 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50597West Bend, IA 505970.0 mi8$3,716,000$275,000$464,500
50562Mallard, IA 505629.7 mi1$64,900$64,900$64,900
50519Bode, IA 5051910.6 mi3$209,100$69,700$69,700
50528Cylinder, IA 5052812.2 mi2$259,900$129,950$129,950
50536Emmetsburg, IA 5053615.9 mi30$6,957,000$179,900$231,900
50527Curlew, IA 5052717.3 mi1$5,500$5,500$5,500
50560Lu Verne, IA 5056017.6 mi1$149,000$149,000$149,000
50522Burt, IA 5052219.8 mi4$339,868$75,000$84,967
50529Dakota City, IA 5052921.5 mi3$395,901$137,000$131,967
50574Pocahontas, IA 5057421.7 mi11$2,590,863$180,000$235,533
50578Ringsted, IA 5057823.1 mi1$419,000$419,000$419,000
50571Palmer, IA 5057124.3 mi2$164,900$82,450$82,450
51358Ruthven, IA 5135824.9 mi8$2,172,664$209,750$271,583

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WEST BEND, IA 50597?

As of January 2026, there are 8 active listings in WEST BEND, IA (zip code 50597), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WEST BEND, IA 50597?

The median listing price in WEST BEND, IA 50597 is $275,000 as of January 2026, a 53.6% increase from $179,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in WEST BEND, IA 50597 spend an average of 278 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 64 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WEST BEND, IA 50597?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WEST BEND, IA 50597 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 278 days on market compared to 64 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WEST BEND, IA 50597 save an estimated $5,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $275,000. 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.