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SANBORN, IA 51248

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
7
⇧ 40% vs 5 last year
Pending
1
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$378,250
⇧ 23.6% vs $306,000 last year
Average Price
$347,500
⇧ 5.9% vs $328,000 last year
Days on Market
249
⇧ 120.4% vs 113 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,712  ·  Density: 8.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,691

Typical home value: $133,705  ·  Homeownership: 78.0%

Market Analysis

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

The SANBORN, IA real estate market (51248) currently shows 7 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 249 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 249 days on market compared to 113 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 23.6% year-over-year, from $306,000 to $378,250.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 7 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 249 now vs 113 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $378,250 (+23.6% YoY)
  • Average: $347,500 (+5.9% 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 25.0 miles — 87 listings ($41,807,543 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51248Sanborn, IA 512480.0 mi7$2,432,500$378,250$347,500
51231Archer, IA 512318.0 mi1$429,000$429,000$429,000
51346Hartley, IA 5134610.1 mi7$1,359,575$207,450$194,225
51201Sheldon, IA 5120110.5 mi24$7,925,568$274,000$330,232
51249Sibley, IA 5124914.7 mi5$1,323,500$226,950$264,700
51046Paullina, IA 5104616.5 mi5$1,068,900$240,000$213,780
51058Sutherland, IA 5105818.0 mi5$2,605,000$342,500$521,000
51022Granville, IA 5102218.3 mi2$811,500$405,750$405,750
51237George, IA 5123719.5 mi4$1,079,520$194,750$269,880
56117Bigelow, MN 5611722.3 mi1$145,000$145,000$145,000
51347Lake Park, IA 5134723.1 mi8$2,783,200$278,850$347,900
51239Hull, IA 5123924.5 mi6$2,534,400$419,500$422,400
51351Milford, IA 5135125.0 mi12$17,309,880$1,037,450$1,442,490

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SANBORN, IA 51248?

As of January 2026, there are 7 active listings in SANBORN, IA (zip code 51248), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SANBORN, IA 51248?

The median listing price in SANBORN, IA 51248 is $378,250 as of January 2026, a 23.6% increase from $306,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SANBORN, IA 51248 spend an average of 249 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 113 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SANBORN, IA 51248?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SANBORN, IA 51248 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 249 days on market compared to 113 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SANBORN, IA 51248 save an estimated $7,565 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $378,250. 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.