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ALTA VISTA, IA 50603

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

Market Analysis

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

The ALTA VISTA, IA real estate market (50603) currently shows 1 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 28 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 28 days on market compared to 12 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 79.8% year-over-year, from $694,000 to $139,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 342  ·  Density: 2.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,688

Typical home value: $88,591  ·  Homeownership: 88.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
1
⇩ 50% vs 2 last year
Pending
1
100% pending ratio
Median Price
$139,900
⇩ 79.8% vs $694,000 last year
Average Price
$139,900
⇩ 79.8% vs $694,000 last year
Days on Market
28
⇧ 133.3% vs 12 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$94
⇩ 71.2% vs $326/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,490 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 1 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 28 now vs 12 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $139,900 (-79.8% YoY)
  • Average: $139,900 (-79.8% 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
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 28.7 miles — 98 listings ($19,346,240 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50603Alta Vista, IA 506030.0 mi1$139,900$139,900$139,900
50659New Hampton, IA 506599.8 mi9$2,121,777$263,725$235,753
50616Charles City, IA 5061612.7 mi38$6,361,200$121,200$167,400
52154Lawler, IA 5215415.5 mi1$135,000$135,000$135,000
50658Nashua, IA 5065817.0 mi17$2,205,206$103,500$129,718
50630Fredericksburg, IA 5063020.3 mi3$487,425$162,475$162,475
52136Cresco, IA 5213621.4 mi12$3,420,120$279,900$285,010
50666Plainfield, IA 5066622.9 mi1$149,000$149,000$149,000
52168Spillville, IA 5216825.5 mi1$199,900$199,900$199,900
55977Taopi, MN 5597726.9 mi1$320,000$320,000$320,000
50468Rockford, IA 5046827.0 mi2$284,000$142,000$142,000
50458Nora Springs, IA 5045827.7 mi8$2,926,712$148,425$365,839
50676Tripoli, IA 5067628.7 mi4$596,000$149,000$149,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ALTA VISTA, IA 50603?

As of March 2026, there are 1 active listings in ALTA VISTA, IA (zip code 50603), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ALTA VISTA, IA 50603?

The median listing price in ALTA VISTA, IA 50603 is $139,900 as of March 2026, a 79.8% decrease from $694,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ALTA VISTA, IA 50603 spend an average of 28 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 12 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ALTA VISTA, IA 50603?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, ALTA VISTA, IA 50603 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 28 days on market compared to 12 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ALTA VISTA, IA 50603 save an estimated $2,798 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $139,900. 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.