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LE MARS, IA 51031

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Plymouth County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
⇩ 29.2% vs 24 last year
Pending
2
12% pending ratio
Median Price
$300,000
⇩ 8.5% vs $328,000 last year
Average Price
$339,759
⇩ 1.1% vs $343,409 last year
Days on Market
67
⇩ 38.5% vs 109 days last year

Market Context

Population: 12,595  ·  Density: 20.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $75,540

Typical home value: $190,942  ·  Homeownership: 69.5%

Market Analysis

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

The LE MARS, IA real estate market (51031) currently shows 17 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 67 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 67 days on market compared to 109 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.5% year-over-year, from $328,000 to $300,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 17 this year vs 24 last year
  • Days on market: 67 now vs 109 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $300,000 (-8.5% YoY)
  • Average: $339,759 (-1.1% 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 24.5 miles — 168 listings ($52,411,200 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51031Le Mars, IA 510310.0 mi17$5,775,903$300,000$339,759
51036Maurice, IA 5103611.6 mi3$842,001$299,000$280,667
51024Hinton, IA 5102413.3 mi7$3,434,669$485,000$490,667
51003Alton, IA 5100315.9 mi5$1,531,000$348,000$306,200
51028Kingsley, IA 5102817.0 mi4$2,293,200$514,900$573,300
51001Akron, IA 5100118.6 mi7$1,891,316$274,000$270,188
51035Marcus, IA 5103519.4 mi1$370,000$370,000$370,000
51023Hawarden, IA 5102320.3 mi6$2,146,560$234,000$357,760
51022Granville, IA 5102220.8 mi2$811,500$405,750$405,750
51104Sioux City, IA 5110421.7 mi50$14,636,300$269,500$292,726
51105Sioux City, IA 5110522.5 mi7$1,156,267$170,000$165,181
51238Hospers, IA 5123823.9 mi1$285,000$285,000$285,000
51106Sioux City, IA 5110624.5 mi58$17,237,484$240,000$297,198

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LE MARS, IA 51031?

As of January 2026, there are 17 active listings in LE MARS, IA (zip code 51031), compared to 24 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LE MARS, IA 51031?

The median listing price in LE MARS, IA 51031 is $300,000 as of January 2026, a 8.5% decrease from $328,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LE MARS, IA 51031 spend an average of 67 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 109 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LE MARS, IA 51031?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LE MARS, IA 51031 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 67 days on market compared to 109 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LE MARS, IA 51031 save an estimated $6,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $300,000. 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.