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SHELDON, IA 51201

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

Market Analysis

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

The SHELDON, IA real estate market (51201) currently shows 22 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 81 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 selling faster, averaging 81 days on market compared to 165 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 22.7% year-over-year, from $329,000 to $254,225.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 6,278  ·  Density: 21.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $69,041

Typical home value: $161,177  ·  Homeownership: 71.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
22
⇩ 8.3% vs 24 last year
Pending
2
9% pending ratio
Median Price
$254,225
⇩ 22.7% vs $329,000 last year
Average Price
$335,471
⇩ 10.4% vs $374,609 last year
Days on Market
81
⇩ 50.9% vs 165 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$132
⇩ 22.4% vs $170/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,774 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 22 this year vs 24 last year
  • Days on market: 81 now vs 165 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $254,225 (-22.7% YoY)
  • Average: $335,471 (-10.4% 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 27.1 miles — 119 listings ($37,433,010 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51201Sheldon, IA 512010.0 mi23$7,240,584$246,000$314,808
51234Boyden, IA 512347.8 mi7$1,904,000$190,000$272,000
51232Ashton, IA 512328.5 mi1$159,000$159,000$159,000
51237George, IA 5123712.7 mi5$1,293,190$168,375$258,638
51022Granville, IA 5102214.2 mi3$1,076,499$265,000$358,833
51245Primghar, IA 5124515.2 mi4$564,000$134,500$141,000
51249Sibley, IA 5124917.1 mi8$1,659,600$177,000$207,450
51250Sioux Center, IA 5125018.8 mi22$10,069,136$433,750$457,688
51346Hartley, IA 5134620.5 mi7$1,147,160$160,000$163,880
51246Rock Rapids, IA 5124622.6 mi27$8,313,840$335,375$307,920
51247Rock Valley, IA 5124723.8 mi9$2,897,001$304,200$321,889
56117Bigelow, MN 5611725.4 mi2$514,000$257,000$257,000
51345Harris, IA 5134527.1 mi1$595,000$595,000$595,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SHELDON, IA 51201?

As of March 2026, there are 22 active listings in SHELDON, IA (zip code 51201), compared to 24 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SHELDON, IA 51201?

The median listing price in SHELDON, IA 51201 is $254,225 as of March 2026, a 22.7% decrease from $329,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SHELDON, IA 51201 spend an average of 81 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 165 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SHELDON, IA 51201?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SHELDON, IA 51201 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 81 days on market compared to 165 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SHELDON, IA 51201 save an estimated $5,085 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $254,225. 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.