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LA PORTE CITY, IA 50651

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
15
⇩ 16.7% vs 18 last year
Pending
1
7% pending ratio
Median Price
$223,000
⇩ 12.4% vs $254,500 last year
Average Price
$258,762
⇩ 5.2% vs $273,044 last year
Days on Market
62
⇩ 15.1% vs 73 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The LA PORTE CITY, IA real estate market (50651) currently shows 15 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 62 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 62 days on market compared to 73 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.4% year-over-year, from $254,500 to $223,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 15 this year vs 18 last year
  • Days on market: 62 now vs 73 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $223,000 (-12.4% YoY)
  • Average: $258,762 (-5.2% 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 22.3 miles — 295 listings ($92,538,984 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50651La Porte City, IA 506510.0 mi15$3,881,430$223,000$258,762
52313Mount Auburn, IA 523136.8 mi4$371,952$79,750$92,988
52210Brandon, IA 5221010.0 mi1$225,000$225,000$225,000
50648Jesup, IA 5064810.4 mi21$6,263,376$312,000$298,256
50707Evansdale, IA 5070711.4 mi28$5,742,660$184,400$205,095
52229Garrison, IA 5222912.3 mi3$774,999$350,000$258,333
52349Vinton, IA 5234914.4 mi47$13,742,095$236,200$292,385
52345Urbana, IA 5234517.2 mi9$2,461,275$269,450$273,475
52329Rowley, IA 5232917.8 mi1$239,950$239,950$239,950
50644Independence, IA 5064418.8 mi39$9,853,896$249,900$252,664
50613Cedar Falls, IA 5061320.8 mi121$47,798,751$397,247$395,031
52249Keystone, IA 5224921.5 mi4$359,600$89,900$89,900
52346Van Horne, IA 5234622.3 mi2$824,000$412,000$412,000

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 15 active listings in LA PORTE CITY, IA (zip code 50651), compared to 18 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 $223,000 as of January 2026, a 12.4% decrease from $254,500 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 62 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 73 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 January 2026, LA PORTE CITY, IA 50651 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 62 days on market compared to 73 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LA PORTE CITY, IA 50651 save an estimated $4,460 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $223,000. 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.