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GRAETTINGER, IA 51342

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
6
⇩ 33.3% vs 9 last year
Pending
2
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$119,000
⇩ 26.8% vs $162,600 last year
Average Price
$151,125
⇩ 22.8% vs $195,783 last year
Days on Market
41
⇩ 55.9% vs 93 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,315  ·  Density: 6.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $71,250

Typical home value: $88,248  ·  Homeownership: 79.1%

Market Analysis

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

The GRAETTINGER, IA real estate market (51342) currently shows 6 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 41 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 41 days on market compared to 93 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 26.8% year-over-year, from $162,600 to $119,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 6 this year vs 9 last year
  • Days on market: 41 now vs 93 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $119,000 (-26.8% YoY)
  • Average: $151,125 (-22.8% 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 24.6 miles — 188 listings ($73,322,818 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51342Graettinger, IA 513420.0 mi6$906,750$119,000$151,125
50536Emmetsburg, IA 505369.1 mi30$6,957,000$179,900$231,900
51358Ruthven, IA 5135811.1 mi8$2,172,664$209,750$271,583
50528Cylinder, IA 5052812.4 mi2$259,900$129,950$129,950
50515Ayrshire, IA 5051517.0 mi2$31,666$13,500$15,833
50527Curlew, IA 5052719.2 mi1$5,500$5,500$5,500
50562Mallard, IA 5056220.1 mi1$64,900$64,900$64,900
51340Fostoria, IA 5134021.0 mi2$318,000$159,000$159,000
56121Ceylon, MN 5612121.4 mi2$370,000$185,000$185,000
51301Spencer, IA 5130121.7 mi50$10,402,650$169,900$208,053
51355Okoboji, IA 5135522.6 mi73$47,838,287$269,000$655,319
50597West Bend, IA 5059723.7 mi8$3,716,000$275,000$464,500
50590Swea City, IA 5059024.6 mi3$279,501$95,000$93,167

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GRAETTINGER, IA 51342?

As of January 2026, there are 6 active listings in GRAETTINGER, IA (zip code 51342), compared to 9 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GRAETTINGER, IA 51342?

The median listing price in GRAETTINGER, IA 51342 is $119,000 as of January 2026, a 26.8% decrease from $162,600 the prior year.

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

Homes in GRAETTINGER, IA 51342 spend an average of 41 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 93 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GRAETTINGER, IA 51342?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, GRAETTINGER, IA 51342 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 41 days on market compared to 93 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GRAETTINGER, IA 51342 save an estimated $2,380 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $119,000. 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.