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FAIRBANK, IA 50629

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

Market Analysis

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

The FAIRBANK, IA real estate market (50629) currently shows 5 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 128 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 128 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.4% year-over-year, from $282,400 to $247,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 2,374  ·  Density: 12.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $97,096

Typical home value: $178,605  ·  Homeownership: 83.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
5
⇩ 28.6% vs 7 last year
Pending
3
60% pending ratio
Median Price
$247,450
⇩ 12.4% vs $282,400 last year
Average Price
$243,700
⇩ 9.1% vs $268,150 last year
Days on Market
128
⇧ 245.9% vs 37 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$124
⇩ 9.5% vs $137/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,993 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 5 this year vs 7 last year
  • Days on market: 128 now vs 37 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $247,450 (-12.4% YoY)
  • Average: $243,700 (-9.1% 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 22.1 miles — 451 listings ($98,856,569 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50629Fairbank, IA 506290.0 mi4$928,820$216,200$232,205
50662Oelwein, IA 506628.1 mi45$6,179,400$115,000$137,320
50641Hazleton, IA 506418.8 mi3$1,402,350$467,450$467,450
50703Waterloo, IA 5070312.1 mi69$7,866,000$84,500$114,000
50622Denver, IA 5062213.0 mi11$3,911,556$309,250$355,596
50674Sumner, IA 5067413.9 mi10$2,462,870$192,425$246,287
50676Tripoli, IA 5067614.5 mi4$596,000$149,000$149,000
50707Evansdale, IA 5070715.2 mi29$6,062,943$202,225$209,067
50607Aurora, IA 5060717.1 mi2$590,000$295,000$295,000
50702Waterloo, IA 5070217.4 mi84$15,807,204$168,650$188,181
50677Waverly, IA 5067719.9 mi57$20,471,379$346,525$359,147
50701Waterloo, IA 5070120.6 mi131$32,388,047$209,700$247,237
52147Hawkeye, IA 5214722.1 mi2$190,000$95,000$95,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FAIRBANK, IA 50629?

As of March 2026, there are 5 active listings in FAIRBANK, IA (zip code 50629), compared to 7 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FAIRBANK, IA 50629?

The median listing price in FAIRBANK, IA 50629 is $247,450 as of March 2026, a 12.4% decrease from $282,400 the prior year.

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

Homes in FAIRBANK, IA 50629 spend an average of 128 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 37 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FAIRBANK, IA 50629?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, FAIRBANK, IA 50629 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 128 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FAIRBANK, IA 50629 save an estimated $4,949 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $247,450. 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.