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ARCHER, IA 51231

Real Estate Market Report  ·  O'Brien County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The ARCHER, IA real estate market (51231) currently shows 2 active listings. Homes are averaging 126 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 126 days on market compared to 4 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 24.3% year-over-year, from $345,000 to $261,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 621  ·  Density: 9.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $100,547

Typical home value: $192,259  ·  Homeownership: 97.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇧ 100% vs 1 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$261,250
⇩ 24.3% vs $345,000 last year
Average Price
$261,250
⇩ 24.3% vs $345,000 last year
Days on Market
126
⇧ 3050% vs 4 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$199
⇧ 61.8% vs $123/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,205 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 1 last year
  • Days on market: 126 now vs 4 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $261,250 (-24.3% YoY)
  • Average: $261,250 (-24.3% 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 26.6 miles — 86 listings ($20,684,661 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51231Archer, IA 512310.0 mi1$429,000$429,000$429,000
51238Hospers, IA 512387.8 mi1$269,000$269,000$269,000
51201Sheldon, IA 512018.3 mi23$7,240,584$246,000$314,808
51022Granville, IA 5102210.3 mi3$1,076,499$265,000$358,833
51009Calumet, IA 5100914.7 mi1$82,250$82,250$82,250
51346Hartley, IA 5134615.3 mi7$1,147,160$160,000$163,880
51058Sutherland, IA 5105816.2 mi4$2,331,332$346,250$582,833
51037Meriden, IA 5103720.0 mi1$268,500$268,500$268,500
51249Sibley, IA 5124921.1 mi8$1,659,600$177,000$207,450
51338Everly, IA 5133822.2 mi3$345,000$115,000$115,000
51047Peterson, IA 5104722.7 mi2$133,000$66,500$66,500
51050Remsen, IA 5105023.9 mi4$920,000$213,500$230,000
51012Cherokee, IA 5101226.6 mi28$4,782,736$165,950$170,812

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ARCHER, IA 51231?

As of March 2026, there are 2 active listings in ARCHER, IA (zip code 51231), compared to 1 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ARCHER, IA 51231?

The median listing price in ARCHER, IA 51231 is $261,250 as of March 2026, a 24.3% decrease from $345,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ARCHER, IA 51231 spend an average of 126 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 4 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ARCHER, IA 51231?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, ARCHER, IA 51231 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 126 days on market compared to 4 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ARCHER, IA 51231 save an estimated $5,225 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $261,250. 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.