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LA PORTE CITY, IA 50651

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Black Hawk County
Seller's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The LA PORTE CITY, IA real estate market (50651) currently shows 18 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 48 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 selling faster, averaging 48 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 13.6% year-over-year, from $220,000 to $249,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 3,608  ·  Density: 12.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $76,759

Typical home value: $166,409  ·  Homeownership: 81.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
18
⇩ 10% vs 20 last year
Pending
4
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$249,900
⇧ 13.6% vs $220,000 last year
Average Price
$250,624
⇩ 12.7% vs $287,054 last year
Days on Market
48
⇩ 7.7% vs 52 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$115
⇧ 0.9% vs $114/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,512 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 18 this year vs 20 last year
  • Days on market: 48 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $249,900 (+13.6% YoY)
  • Average: $250,624 (-12.7% 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 22.3 miles — 158 listings ($41,442,047 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50651La Porte City, IA 506510.0 mi14$3,873,128$249,900$276,652
52313Mount Auburn, IA 523136.8 mi4$266,000$75,000$66,500
52210Brandon, IA 5221010.0 mi1$225,000$225,000$225,000
50648Jesup, IA 5064810.4 mi20$6,379,920$317,475$318,996
50707Evansdale, IA 5070711.4 mi29$6,062,943$202,225$209,067
52229Garrison, IA 5222912.3 mi3$1,050,000$350,000$350,000
52349Vinton, IA 5234914.4 mi48$13,677,600$230,000$284,950
52345Urbana, IA 5234517.2 mi8$2,232,840$268,650$279,105
50626Dunkerton, IA 5062617.9 mi6$1,618,698$289,567$269,783
52217Clutier, IA 5221720.0 mi3$638,250$212,750$212,750
50669Reinbeck, IA 5066921.1 mi8$1,125,792$142,675$140,724
52352Walker, IA 5235221.7 mi4$1,222,376$260,000$305,594
52332Shellsburg, IA 5233222.3 mi10$3,069,500$246,950$306,950

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LA PORTE CITY, IA 50651?

As of September 2026, there are 18 active listings in LA PORTE CITY, IA (zip code 50651), compared to 20 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LA PORTE CITY, IA 50651?

The median listing price in LA PORTE CITY, IA 50651 is $249,900 as of September 2026, a 13.6% increase from $220,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LA PORTE CITY, IA 50651 spend an average of 48 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 52 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LA PORTE CITY, IA 50651?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, LA PORTE CITY, IA 50651 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 48 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

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

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