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FONTANELLE, IA 50846

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

Market Analysis

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

The FONTANELLE, IA real estate market (50846) currently shows 2 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 176 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 176 days on market compared to 157 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 53.4% year-over-year, from $296,500 to $138,300.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,149  ·  Density: 4.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $66,500

Typical home value: $74,521  ·  Homeownership: 70.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
vs 2 last year
Pending
1
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$138,300
⇩ 53.4% vs $296,500 last year
Average Price
$138,483
⇩ 53.3% vs $296,500 last year
Days on Market
176
⇧ 12.1% vs 157 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$105
⇩ 13.2% vs $121/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,142 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 176 now vs 157 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $138,300 (-53.4% YoY)
  • Average: $138,483 (-53.3% 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
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 28.2 miles — 147 listings ($27,603,702 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50846Fontanelle, IA 508460.0 mi4$487,868$85,000$121,967
50858Orient, IA 5085810.8 mi1$210,000$210,000$210,000
50020Anita, IA 5002012.8 mi6$1,340,040$134,375$223,340
50002Adair, IA 5000214.5 mi8$1,671,880$167,500$208,985
50274Wiota, IA 5027415.8 mi1$120,000$120,000$120,000
50801Creston, IA 5080118.4 mi72$11,476,728$126,500$159,399
50155Macksburg, IA 5015520.5 mi2$842,500$421,250$421,250
50841Corning, IA 5084123.0 mi16$3,215,680$145,875$200,980
50076Exira, IA 5007624.7 mi4$730,500$184,000$182,625
50115Guthrie Center, IA 5011526.0 mi10$2,375,110$259,900$237,511
50149Lorimor, IA 5014927.6 mi7$2,116,541$308,500$302,363
50830Afton, IA 5083027.9 mi5$926,250$126,000$185,250
50851Lenox, IA 5085128.2 mi11$2,090,605$202,375$190,055

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FONTANELLE, IA 50846?

As of March 2026, there are 2 active listings in FONTANELLE, IA (zip code 50846), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FONTANELLE, IA 50846?

The median listing price in FONTANELLE, IA 50846 is $138,300 as of March 2026, a 53.4% decrease from $296,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in FONTANELLE, IA 50846 spend an average of 176 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 157 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FONTANELLE, IA 50846?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, FONTANELLE, IA 50846 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 176 days on market compared to 157 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FONTANELLE, IA 50846 save an estimated $2,766 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $138,300. 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.