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CHARLES CITY, IA 50616

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Floyd County
Buyer's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CHARLES CITY, IA real estate market (50616) currently shows 43 active listings, with 15 pending sales. Homes are averaging 71 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 71 days on market compared to 45 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.1% year-over-year, from $194,375 to $206,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 9,544  ·  Density: 20.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $60,512

Typical home value: $130,054  ·  Homeownership: 73.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
43
⇧ 38.7% vs 31 last year
Pending
15
35% pending ratio
Median Price
$206,250
⇧ 6.1% vs $194,375 last year
Average Price
$229,357
⇩ 4.6% vs $240,504 last year
Days on Market
71
⇧ 57.8% vs 45 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$107
⇩ 2.7% vs $110/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,716 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 43 this year vs 31 last year
  • Days on market: 71 now vs 45 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $206,250 (+6.1% YoY)
  • Average: $229,357 (-4.6% 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 26.9 miles — 83 listings ($14,524,243 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50616Charles City, IA 506160.0 mi38$6,361,200$121,200$167,400
50435Floyd, IA 504357.6 mi1$149,999$149,999$149,999
50645Ionia, IA 5064511.4 mi3$3$1$1
50603Alta Vista, IA 5060312.7 mi1$139,900$139,900$139,900
50636Greene, IA 5063614.8 mi8$1,066,024$125,000$133,253
50666Plainfield, IA 5066617.0 mi1$149,000$149,000$149,000
50659New Hampton, IA 5065917.1 mi9$2,121,777$263,725$235,753
50619Clarksville, IA 5061919.5 mi4$769,800$192,450$192,450
50466Riceville, IA 5046622.2 mi4$1,024,832$225,000$256,208
50464Plymouth, IA 5046424.0 mi4$641,320$118,900$160,330
50602Allison, IA 5060224.6 mi8$1,957,888$186,000$244,736
52154Lawler, IA 5215425.2 mi1$135,000$135,000$135,000
50440Grafton, IA 5044026.9 mi1$7,500$7,500$7,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHARLES CITY, IA 50616?

As of September 2026, there are 43 active listings in CHARLES CITY, IA (zip code 50616), compared to 31 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHARLES CITY, IA 50616?

The median listing price in CHARLES CITY, IA 50616 is $206,250 as of September 2026, a 6.1% increase from $194,375 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHARLES CITY, IA 50616 spend an average of 71 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 45 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHARLES CITY, IA 50616?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, CHARLES CITY, IA 50616 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 71 days on market compared to 45 days last year.

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