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GALVA, IA 51020

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Ida County
Seller's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The GALVA, IA real estate market (51020) currently shows 1 active listings. Homes are averaging 27 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 selling faster, averaging 27 days on market compared to 141 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 74.4% year-over-year, from $48,750 to $85,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 574  ·  Density: 3.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $60,000

Typical home value: $90,755  ·  Homeownership: 66.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
1
⇩ 50% vs 2 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$85,000
⇧ 74.4% vs $48,750 last year
Average Price
$85,000
⇧ 74.4% vs $48,750 last year
Days on Market
27
⇩ 80.9% vs 141 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$55
⇧ 52.8% vs $36/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,550 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 1 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 27 now vs 141 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $85,000 (+74.4% YoY)
  • Average: $85,000 (+74.4% 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 27.8 miles — 65 listings ($11,178,511 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51020Galva, IA 510200.0 mi1$85,000$85,000$85,000
51025Holstein, IA 510257.5 mi9$1,747,926$154,250$194,214
51445Ida Grove, IA 5144513.1 mi12$1,086,600$93,750$90,550
51049Quimby, IA 5104914.3 mi3$362,499$59,000$120,833
51458Odebolt, IA 5145816.0 mi7$900,522$124,250$128,646
51006Battle Creek, IA 5100617.3 mi6$718,374$140,250$119,729
50592Truesdale, IA 5059219.0 mi1$710,000$710,000$710,000
50583Sac City, IA 5058322.5 mi13$3,235,700$221,475$248,900
51048Pierson, IA 5104823.4 mi1$123,000$123,000$123,000
51466Wall Lake, IA 5146624.1 mi5$1,276,500$260,000$255,300
51037Meriden, IA 5103724.6 mi1$268,500$268,500$268,500
51004Anthon, IA 5100427.4 mi4$529,000$119,500$132,250
50510Albert City, IA 5051027.8 mi2$134,890$67,445$67,445

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GALVA, IA 51020?

As of March 2026, there are 1 active listings in GALVA, IA (zip code 51020), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GALVA, IA 51020?

The median listing price in GALVA, IA 51020 is $85,000 as of March 2026, a 74.4% increase from $48,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in GALVA, IA 51020 spend an average of 27 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 141 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GALVA, IA 51020?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, GALVA, IA 51020 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 27 days on market compared to 141 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GALVA, IA 51020 save an estimated $1,700 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $85,000. 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.