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CRESTON, IA 50801

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Union County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
63
⇩ 1.6% vs 64 last year
Pending
16
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$130,750
⇩ 8.9% vs $143,475 last year
Average Price
$162,836
⇧ 3% vs $158,027 last year
Days on Market
86
⇧ 22.9% vs 70 days last year

Market Context

Population: 8,957  ·  Density: 16.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $55,413

Typical home value: $119,574  ·  Homeownership: 73.0%

Market Analysis

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

The CRESTON, IA real estate market (50801) currently shows 63 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 86 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 86 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.9% year-over-year, from $143,475 to $130,750.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 63 this year vs 64 last year
  • Days on market: 86 now vs 70 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $130,750 (-8.9% YoY)
  • Average: $162,836 (+3% 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 28.7 miles — 91 listings ($28,153,768 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50801Creston, IA 508010.0 mi63$10,258,668$130,750$162,836
50859Prescott, IA 5085910.9 mi2$334,700$167,350$167,350
50155Macksburg, IA 5015513.7 mi2$645,000$322,500$322,500
50849Greenfield, IA 5084915.2 mi7$13,457,500$327,500$1,922,500
50254Thayer, IA 5025417.9 mi1$115,000$115,000$115,000
50863Tingley, IA 5086319.7 mi1$40,000$40,000$40,000
50840Clearfield, IA 5084020.3 mi2$574,900$287,450$287,450
50174Murray, IA 5017422.6 mi4$660,000$165,000$165,000
50862Sharpsburg, IA 5086222.9 mi1$360,000$360,000$360,000
50222Peru, IA 5022224.7 mi2$600,000$300,000$300,000
50857Nodaway, IA 5085727.2 mi2$75,000$37,500$37,500
50848Gravity, IA 5084828.2 mi1$175,000$175,000$175,000
50108Grand River, IA 5010828.7 mi3$858,000$286,000$286,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CRESTON, IA 50801?

As of January 2026, there are 63 active listings in CRESTON, IA (zip code 50801), compared to 64 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CRESTON, IA 50801?

The median listing price in CRESTON, IA 50801 is $130,750 as of January 2026, a 8.9% decrease from $143,475 the prior year.

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

Homes in CRESTON, IA 50801 spend an average of 86 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 70 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CRESTON, IA 50801?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CRESTON, IA 50801 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 86 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CRESTON, IA 50801 save an estimated $2,615 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $130,750. 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.