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HASTINGS, IA 51540

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The HASTINGS, IA real estate market (51540) currently shows 1 active listings. Homes are averaging 147 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 147 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 28% year-over-year, from $125,000 to $160,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 304  ·  Density: 2.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $63,750

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 88.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
1
⇩ 50% vs 2 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$160,000
⇧ 28% vs $125,000 last year
Average Price
$160,000
⇧ 28% vs $125,000 last year
Days on Market
147
⇧ 241.9% vs 43 days last year

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 1 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 147 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $160,000 (+28% YoY)
  • Average: $160,000 (+28% 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 24.3 miles — 247 listings ($66,845,221 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51540Hastings, IA 515400.0 mi1$160,000$160,000$160,000
51533Emerson, IA 515336.2 mi3$329,550$112,450$109,850
51571Silver City, IA 5157110.2 mi1$339,000$339,000$339,000
51653Tabor, IA 5165313.3 mi2$609,000$304,500$304,500
51525Carson, IA 5152515.0 mi3$637,500$212,500$212,500
51561Pacific Junction, IA 5156116.3 mi3$525,000$175,000$175,000
51652Sidney, IA 5165218.9 mi12$2,707,872$184,000$225,656
51503Council Bluffs, IA 5150320.3 mi94$33,438,244$289,975$355,726
51639Farragut, IA 5163921.2 mi3$672,249$203,500$224,083
51532Elliott, IA 5153221.5 mi2$90,334$41,250$45,167
68005Bellevue, NE 6800522.1 mi38$9,749,546$233,750$256,567
51535Griswold, IA 5153523.6 mi6$697,200$120,750$116,200
51501Council Bluffs, IA 5150124.3 mi79$16,889,726$198,750$213,794

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HASTINGS, IA 51540?

As of March 2026, there are 1 active listings in HASTINGS, IA (zip code 51540), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HASTINGS, IA 51540?

The median listing price in HASTINGS, IA 51540 is $160,000 as of March 2026, a 28% increase from $125,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in HASTINGS, IA 51540 spend an average of 147 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 HASTINGS, IA 51540?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, HASTINGS, IA 51540 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 147 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HASTINGS, IA 51540 save an estimated $3,200 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $160,000. 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.