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BATTLE CREEK, IA 51006

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
3
⇩ 40% vs 5 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$130,000
⇧ 32.7% vs $98,000 last year
Average Price
$115,780
⇧ 7.1% vs $108,090 last year
Days on Market
120
⇧ 215.8% vs 38 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,201  ·  Density: 5.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $71,786

Typical home value: $79,832  ·  Homeownership: 75.3%

Market Analysis

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

The BATTLE CREEK, IA real estate market (51006) currently shows 3 active listings. Homes are averaging 120 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 120 days on market compared to 38 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 32.7% year-over-year, from $98,000 to $130,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 3 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 120 now vs 38 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $130,000 (+32.7% YoY)
  • Average: $115,780 (+7.1% 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 29.9 miles — 70 listings ($15,168,500 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51006Battle Creek, IA 510060.0 mi3$347,340$130,000$115,780
51461Schleswig, IA 5146111.9 mi5$883,165$145,900$176,633
51431Arthur, IA 5143113.6 mi1$170,000$170,000$170,000
51016Correctionville, IA 5101614.5 mi5$1,313,665$230,000$262,733
51004Anthon, IA 5100416.1 mi4$542,000$119,500$135,500
51060Ute, IA 5106019.1 mi1$135,000$135,000$135,000
51441Deloit, IA 5144120.3 mi2$315,000$157,500$157,500
51049Quimby, IA 5104922.1 mi2$303,500$151,750$151,750
51442Denison, IA 5144223.6 mi38$8,788,108$234,250$231,266
51039Moville, IA 5103924.6 mi2$699,554$349,777$349,777
51465Vail, IA 5146526.2 mi2$324,500$162,250$162,250
51528Dow City, IA 5152827.1 mi1$700,000$700,000$700,000
51005Aurelia, IA 5100529.9 mi4$646,668$175,000$161,667

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BATTLE CREEK, IA 51006?

As of January 2026, there are 3 active listings in BATTLE CREEK, IA (zip code 51006), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BATTLE CREEK, IA 51006?

The median listing price in BATTLE CREEK, IA 51006 is $130,000 as of January 2026, a 32.7% increase from $98,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in BATTLE CREEK, IA 51006 spend an average of 120 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 38 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BATTLE CREEK, IA 51006?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BATTLE CREEK, IA 51006 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 120 days on market compared to 38 days last year.

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

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