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DENISON, IA 51442

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Crawford County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
38
⇩ 17.4% vs 46 last year
Pending
5
13% pending ratio
Median Price
$234,250
⇩ 5.2% vs $247,125 last year
Average Price
$231,266
⇩ 7.5% vs $250,081 last year
Days on Market
129
⇧ 12.2% vs 115 days last year

Market Context

Population: 9,648  ·  Density: 23.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,325

Typical home value: $123,874  ·  Homeownership: 69.5%

Market Analysis

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

The DENISON, IA real estate market (51442) currently shows 38 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 129 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 129 days on market compared to 115 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.2% year-over-year, from $247,125 to $234,250.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 38 this year vs 46 last year
  • Days on market: 129 now vs 115 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $234,250 (-5.2% YoY)
  • Average: $231,266 (-7.5% 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 23.9 miles — 99 listings ($20,812,577 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51442Denison, IA 514420.0 mi38$8,788,108$234,250$231,266
51441Deloit, IA 514416.7 mi2$315,000$157,500$157,500
51528Dow City, IA 5152810.1 mi1$700,000$700,000$700,000
51439Charter Oak, IA 5143912.1 mi6$553,800$82,000$92,300
51454Manilla, IA 5145412.8 mi6$1,188,198$174,900$198,033
51527Defiance, IA 5152713.7 mi2$490,000$245,000$245,000
51455Manning, IA 5145517.6 mi13$3,279,991$249,900$252,307
51446Irwin, IA 5144619.3 mi1$35,000$35,000$35,000
51466Wall Lake, IA 5146620.5 mi4$793,000$208,500$198,250
51578Westphalia, IA 5157821.3 mi1$140,000$140,000$140,000
51445Ida Grove, IA 5144521.5 mi12$1,077,108$89,999$89,759
51572Soldier, IA 5157222.3 mi1$218,000$218,000$218,000
51034Mapleton, IA 5103423.9 mi12$3,234,372$106,200$269,531

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DENISON, IA 51442?

As of January 2026, there are 38 active listings in DENISON, IA (zip code 51442), compared to 46 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DENISON, IA 51442?

The median listing price in DENISON, IA 51442 is $234,250 as of January 2026, a 5.2% decrease from $247,125 the prior year.

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

Homes in DENISON, IA 51442 spend an average of 129 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 115 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DENISON, IA 51442?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, DENISON, IA 51442 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 129 days on market compared to 115 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DENISON, IA 51442 save an estimated $4,685 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $234,250. 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.