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COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Pottawattamie County
Seller's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA real estate market (51501) currently shows 80 active listings, with 48 pending sales. Homes are averaging 26 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 26 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.7% year-over-year, from $232,000 to $202,475.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 35,400  ·  Density: 570.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,054

Typical home value: $126,724  ·  Homeownership: 65.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
80
⇩ 5.9% vs 85 last year
Pending
48
60% pending ratio
Median Price
$202,475
⇩ 12.7% vs $232,000 last year
Average Price
$217,563
⇩ 4.8% vs $228,475 last year
Days on Market
26
⇩ 39.5% vs 43 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$175
⇧ 11.5% vs $157/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,188 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 80 this year vs 85 last year
  • Days on market: 26 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $202,475 (-12.7% YoY)
  • Average: $217,563 (-4.8% 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
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 10.5 miles — 754 listings ($266,184,340 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51501Council Bluffs, IA 515010.0 mi79$16,889,726$198,750$213,794
68102Omaha, NE 681023.6 mi16$7,386,656$426,250$461,666
68105Omaha, NE 681054.5 mi76$22,832,832$275,000$300,432
68131Omaha, NE 681315.1 mi41$12,430,790$233,350$303,190
51503Council Bluffs, IA 515035.2 mi94$33,438,244$289,975$355,726
68005Bellevue, NE 680056.0 mi38$9,749,546$233,750$256,567
68106Omaha, NE 681066.5 mi54$17,494,758$304,250$323,977
68132Omaha, NE 681326.9 mi44$33,745,976$418,625$766,954
68104Omaha, NE 681047.9 mi100$23,336,600$214,625$233,366
68127Omaha, NE 681279.2 mi23$6,595,986$284,875$286,782
68123Bellevue, NE 681239.5 mi66$26,056,932$398,750$394,802
68133Papillion, NE 6813310.0 mi87$43,659,558$446,000$501,834
68128La Vista, NE 6812810.5 mi36$12,566,736$279,725$349,076

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501?

As of March 2026, there are 80 active listings in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA (zip code 51501), compared to 85 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501?

The median listing price in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501 is $202,475 as of March 2026, a 12.7% decrease from $232,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501 spend an average of 26 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 43 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 26 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501 save an estimated $4,050 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $202,475. 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.