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CARSON, IA 51525

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇩ 50% vs 4 last year
Pending
1
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$287,000
⇩ 5% vs $302,000 last year
Average Price
$287,000
⇩ 27.5% vs $396,000 last year
Days on Market
25
⇩ 70.6% vs 85 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,003  ·  Density: 6.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $73,173

Typical home value: $178,593  ·  Homeownership: 79.8%

Market Analysis

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

The CARSON, IA real estate market (51525) currently shows 2 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 25 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 25 days on market compared to 85 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5% year-over-year, from $302,000 to $287,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 4 last year
  • Days on market: 25 now vs 85 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $287,000 (-5% YoY)
  • Average: $287,000 (-27.5% 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 25.5 miles — 275 listings ($68,723,808 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51525Carson, IA 515250.0 mi2$574,000$287,000$287,000
51541Henderson, IA 515416.8 mi1$53,130$53,130$53,130
51533Emerson, IA 5153313.9 mi4$712,300$186,200$178,075
51535Griswold, IA 5153515.0 mi6$914,730$139,000$152,455
51544Lewis, IA 5154417.1 mi2$322,000$161,000$161,000
51532Elliott, IA 5153217.5 mi1$30,000$30,000$30,000
51566Red Oak, IA 5156618.1 mi44$8,256,996$153,250$187,659
51551Malvern, IA 5155119.0 mi9$4,884,930$325,000$542,770
51559Neola, IA 5155920.0 mi5$1,310,000$262,000$262,000
51534Glenwood, IA 5153420.5 mi35$14,545,615$352,000$415,589
51501Council Bluffs, IA 5150123.9 mi79$16,959,246$200,000$214,674
50022Atlantic, IA 5002225.0 mi51$10,454,541$191,000$204,991
68005Bellevue, NE 6800525.5 mi36$9,706,320$252,450$269,620

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CARSON, IA 51525?

As of January 2026, there are 2 active listings in CARSON, IA (zip code 51525), compared to 4 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CARSON, IA 51525?

The median listing price in CARSON, IA 51525 is $287,000 as of January 2026, a 5% decrease from $302,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CARSON, IA 51525 spend an average of 25 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 85 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CARSON, IA 51525?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CARSON, IA 51525 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 25 days on market compared to 85 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CARSON, IA 51525 save an estimated $5,740 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $287,000. 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.