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ALTON, IA 51003

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Sioux County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
5
⇧ 150% vs 2 last year
Pending
1
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$348,000
⇧ 9.3% vs $318,500 last year
Average Price
$306,200
⇩ 3.9% vs $318,500 last year
Days on Market
83
⇧ 151.5% vs 33 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,761  ·  Density: 12.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $85,536

Typical home value: $215,886  ·  Homeownership: 88.4%

Market Analysis

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

The ALTON, IA real estate market (51003) currently shows 5 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 83 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 83 days on market compared to 33 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 9.3% year-over-year, from $318,500 to $348,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 5 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 83 now vs 33 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $348,000 (+9.3% YoY)
  • Average: $306,200 (-3.9% 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 25.5 miles — 59 listings ($22,005,802 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51003Alton, IA 510030.0 mi5$1,531,000$348,000$306,200
51022Granville, IA 510227.0 mi2$811,500$405,750$405,750
51036Maurice, IA 5103610.3 mi3$842,001$299,000$280,667
51250Sioux Center, IA 5125013.4 mi23$10,618,341$439,000$461,667
51231Archer, IA 5123115.0 mi1$429,000$429,000$429,000
51046Paullina, IA 5104615.6 mi5$1,068,900$240,000$213,780
51035Marcus, IA 5103516.9 mi1$370,000$370,000$370,000
51027Ireton, IA 5102717.3 mi2$798,000$399,000$399,000
51037Meriden, IA 5103720.6 mi1$268,500$268,500$268,500
51248Sanborn, IA 5124822.5 mi7$2,432,500$378,250$347,500
51232Ashton, IA 5123223.5 mi1$159,000$159,000$159,000
51023Hawarden, IA 5102324.4 mi6$2,146,560$234,000$357,760
51038Merrill, IA 5103825.5 mi2$530,500$265,250$265,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ALTON, IA 51003?

As of January 2026, there are 5 active listings in ALTON, IA (zip code 51003), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ALTON, IA 51003?

The median listing price in ALTON, IA 51003 is $348,000 as of January 2026, a 9.3% increase from $318,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in ALTON, IA 51003 spend an average of 83 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 33 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ALTON, IA 51003?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ALTON, IA 51003 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 83 days on market compared to 33 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ALTON, IA 51003 save an estimated $6,960 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $348,000. 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.