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HARLAN, IA 51537

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

Market Analysis

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

The HARLAN, IA real estate market (51537) currently shows 23 active listings, with 10 pending sales. Homes are averaging 32 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 32 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.3% year-over-year, from $221,750 to $198,975.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 6,852  ·  Density: 16.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $66,615

Typical home value: $155,352  ·  Homeownership: 73.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
23
⇩ 20.7% vs 29 last year
Pending
10
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$198,975
⇩ 10.3% vs $221,750 last year
Average Price
$233,904
⇩ 6.9% vs $251,315 last year
Days on Market
32
⇩ 44.8% vs 58 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$140
⇧ 18.6% vs $118/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,538 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 23 this year vs 29 last year
  • Days on market: 32 now vs 58 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $198,975 (-10.3% YoY)
  • Average: $233,904 (-6.9% 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 23.8 miles — 83 listings ($20,527,463 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51537Harlan, IA 515370.0 mi30$7,680,150$226,975$256,005
51446Irwin, IA 5144610.4 mi1$35,000$35,000$35,000
51543Kimballton, IA 5154311.5 mi0$0$399,000$399,000
51521Avoca, IA 5152111.8 mi14$3,526,292$242,250$251,878
51570Shelby, IA 5157012.1 mi2$812,500$406,250$406,250
51577Walnut, IA 5157713.5 mi3$451,749$150,725$150,583
51563Persia, IA 5156316.2 mi4$862,000$215,500$215,500
51553Minden, IA 5155320.6 mi4$1,332,932$339,900$333,233
51455Manning, IA 5145521.9 mi14$3,185,840$197,495$227,560
50042Brayton, IA 5004221.9 mi1$120,000$120,000$120,000
51529Dunlap, IA 5152922.6 mi5$1,115,500$262,400$223,100
50076Exira, IA 5007622.9 mi4$730,500$184,000$182,625
51520Arion, IA 5152023.8 mi1$675,000$675,000$675,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HARLAN, IA 51537?

As of September 2026, there are 23 active listings in HARLAN, IA (zip code 51537), compared to 29 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HARLAN, IA 51537?

The median listing price in HARLAN, IA 51537 is $198,975 as of September 2026, a 10.3% decrease from $221,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in HARLAN, IA 51537 spend an average of 32 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 58 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HARLAN, IA 51537?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, HARLAN, IA 51537 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 32 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

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

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