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MINDEN, IA 51553

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
3
⇧ 50% vs 2 last year
Pending
1
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$344,900
⇩ 52.4% vs $725,000 last year
Average Price
$344,900
⇩ 52.4% vs $725,000 last year
Days on Market
75
⇧ 400% vs 15 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,100  ·  Density: 9.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $87,750

Typical home value: $201,525  ·  Homeownership: 87.8%

Market Analysis

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

The MINDEN, IA real estate market (51553) currently shows 3 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 75 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 75 days on market compared to 15 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 52.4% year-over-year, from $725,000 to $344,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 3 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 75 now vs 15 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $344,900 (-52.4% YoY)
  • Average: $344,900 (-52.4% 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 22.9 miles — 185 listings ($55,168,213 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51553Minden, IA 515530.0 mi3$1,034,700$344,900$344,900
51570Shelby, IA 515708.6 mi5$1,410,625$279,500$282,125
51560Oakland, IA 5156010.3 mi7$2,128,350$249,750$304,050
51563Persia, IA 5156311.4 mi3$291,000$97,000$97,000
51525Carson, IA 5152514.1 mi2$574,000$287,000$287,000
51565Portsmouth, IA 5156515.9 mi2$860,000$430,000$430,000
51503Council Bluffs, IA 5150317.6 mi91$30,754,269$299,000$337,959
51546Logan, IA 5154619.4 mi5$1,554,375$334,750$310,875
51537Harlan, IA 5153720.5 mi26$6,679,530$225,000$256,905
51510Carter Lake, IA 5151021.2 mi10$2,399,830$237,500$239,983
68112Omaha, NE 6811221.5 mi26$6,477,666$201,250$249,141
51578Westphalia, IA 5157822.4 mi1$140,000$140,000$140,000
51552Marne, IA 5155222.9 mi4$863,868$209,000$215,967

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MINDEN, IA 51553?

As of January 2026, there are 3 active listings in MINDEN, IA (zip code 51553), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MINDEN, IA 51553?

The median listing price in MINDEN, IA 51553 is $344,900 as of January 2026, a 52.4% decrease from $725,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in MINDEN, IA 51553 spend an average of 75 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 15 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MINDEN, IA 51553?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MINDEN, IA 51553 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 75 days on market compared to 15 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MINDEN, IA 51553 save an estimated $6,898 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $344,900. 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.