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LAKE CITY, IA 51449

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
vs 2 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$397,200
⇧ 253.2% vs $112,450 last year
Average Price
$397,200
⇧ 253.2% vs $112,450 last year
Days on Market
199
⇧ 97% vs 101 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,020  ·  Density: 8.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $68,750

Typical home value: $104,005  ·  Homeownership: 79.0%

Market Analysis

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

The LAKE CITY, IA real estate market (51449) currently shows 2 active listings. Homes are averaging 199 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 199 days on market compared to 101 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 253.2% year-over-year, from $112,450 to $397,200.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 199 now vs 101 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $397,200 (+253.2% YoY)
  • Average: $397,200 (+253.2% 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 25.4 miles — 66 listings ($15,056,360 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51449Lake City, IA 514490.0 mi2$794,400$397,200$397,200
51433Auburn, IA 514337.0 mi2$440,000$220,000$220,000
50579Rockwell City, IA 5057910.2 mi7$1,060,360$154,000$151,480
50050Churdan, IA 5005013.5 mi7$977,102$115,900$139,586
51436Breda, IA 5143615.3 mi1$165,000$165,000$165,000
50538Farnhamville, IA 5053815.6 mi2$115,000$57,500$57,500
51466Wall Lake, IA 5146618.6 mi4$793,000$208,500$198,250
50575Pomeroy, IA 5057520.3 mi2$180,000$90,000$90,000
51444Halbur, IA 5144421.4 mi2$319,800$159,900$159,900
51467Westside, IA 5146723.4 mi1$199,900$199,900$199,900
50540Fonda, IA 5054023.7 mi3$711,750$237,250$237,250
50518Barnum, IA 5051824.7 mi1$170,000$170,000$170,000
50129Jefferson, IA 5012925.4 mi32$9,130,048$241,750$285,314

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAKE CITY, IA 51449?

As of January 2026, there are 2 active listings in LAKE CITY, IA (zip code 51449), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAKE CITY, IA 51449?

The median listing price in LAKE CITY, IA 51449 is $397,200 as of January 2026, a 253.2% increase from $112,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAKE CITY, IA 51449 spend an average of 199 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 101 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAKE CITY, IA 51449?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LAKE CITY, IA 51449 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 199 days on market compared to 101 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAKE CITY, IA 51449 save an estimated $7,944 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $397,200. 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.