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CARSON, IA 51525

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CARSON, IA real estate market (51525) currently shows 6 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 94 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 94 days on market compared to 4 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1% year-over-year, from $288,500 to $291,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
6
⇧ 50% vs 4 last year
Pending
2
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$291,250
⇧ 1% vs $288,500 last year
Average Price
$455,521
⇧ 57.9% vs $288,500 last year
Days on Market
94
⇧ 2250% vs 4 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$197
⇧ 4.8% vs $188/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,661 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 6 this year vs 4 last year
  • Days on market: 94 now vs 4 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $291,250 (+1% YoY)
  • Average: $455,521 (+57.9% 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 25.3 miles — 140 listings ($45,095,108 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51525Carson, IA 515250.0 mi3$637,500$212,500$212,500
51541Henderson, IA 515416.8 mi1$53,130$53,130$53,130
51571Silver City, IA 5157111.6 mi1$339,000$339,000$339,000
51553Minden, IA 5155314.1 mi4$1,332,932$339,900$333,233
51540Hastings, IA 5154015.0 mi1$160,000$160,000$160,000
51521Avoca, IA 5152117.4 mi14$3,526,292$242,250$251,878
51576Underwood, IA 5157618.0 mi3$825,000$275,000$275,000
51503Council Bluffs, IA 5150318.6 mi94$33,438,244$289,975$355,726
51577Walnut, IA 5157719.5 mi3$451,749$150,725$150,583
51570Shelby, IA 5157020.0 mi2$812,500$406,250$406,250
51552Marne, IA 5155223.5 mi3$647,901$209,000$215,967
51573Stanton, IA 5157324.5 mi7$2,008,860$295,000$286,980
51563Persia, IA 5156325.3 mi4$862,000$215,500$215,500

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of September 2026, there are 6 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 $291,250 as of September 2026, a 1% increase from $288,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in CARSON, IA 51525 spend an average of 94 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 4 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 September 2026, CARSON, IA 51525 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 94 days on market compared to 4 days last year.

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

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