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HARLAN, IA 51537

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
26
⇩ 7.1% vs 28 last year
Pending
5
19% pending ratio
Median Price
$225,000
⇧ 27.9% vs $175,850 last year
Average Price
$256,905
⇧ 25.8% vs $204,139 last year
Days on Market
83
⇩ 10.8% vs 93 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The HARLAN, IA real estate market (51537) currently shows 26 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 83 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 83 days on market compared to 93 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 27.9% year-over-year, from $175,850 to $225,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 26 this year vs 28 last year
  • Days on market: 83 now vs 93 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $225,000 (+27.9% YoY)
  • Average: $256,905 (+25.8% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 24.6 miles — 142 listings ($35,841,126 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51537Harlan, IA 515370.0 mi26$6,679,530$225,000$256,905
51446Irwin, IA 5144610.4 mi1$35,000$35,000$35,000
51543Kimballton, IA 5154311.5 mi1$399,000$399,000$399,000
51565Portsmouth, IA 5156511.8 mi2$860,000$430,000$430,000
51527Defiance, IA 5152712.9 mi2$490,000$245,000$245,000
51552Marne, IA 5155214.5 mi4$863,868$209,000$215,967
51454Manilla, IA 5145416.7 mi6$1,188,198$174,900$198,033
50025Audubon, IA 5002520.8 mi24$7,359,600$246,000$306,650
50022Atlantic, IA 5002221.9 mi51$10,454,541$191,000$204,991
51579Woodbine, IA 5157922.4 mi8$2,518,664$323,500$314,833
51559Neola, IA 5155922.9 mi5$1,310,000$262,000$262,000
51560Oakland, IA 5156023.4 mi7$2,128,350$249,750$304,050
51546Logan, IA 5154624.6 mi5$1,554,375$334,750$310,875

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 26 active listings in HARLAN, IA (zip code 51537), compared to 28 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in HARLAN, IA 51537 is $225,000 as of January 2026, a 27.9% increase from $175,850 the prior year.

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

Homes in HARLAN, IA 51537 spend an average of 83 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 93 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 January 2026, HARLAN, IA 51537 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 83 days on market compared to 93 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HARLAN, IA 51537 save an estimated $4,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $225,000. 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.