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ELKADER, IA 52043

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Clayton County
Buyer's Market
July 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The ELKADER, IA real estate market (52043) currently shows 14 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 61 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 61 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 21.8% year-over-year, from $212,500 to $258,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,860  ·  Density: 7.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,589

Typical home value: $136,256  ·  Homeownership: 75.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
14
⇧ 100% vs 7 last year
Pending
3
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$258,750
⇧ 21.8% vs $212,500 last year
Average Price
$313,748
⇧ 41.7% vs $221,486 last year
Days on Market
61
⇧ 48.8% vs 41 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$109
⇧ 10.1% vs $99/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,524 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 14 this year vs 7 last year
  • Days on market: 61 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $258,750 (+21.8% YoY)
  • Average: $313,748 (+41.7% 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 24.9 miles — 88 listings ($23,727,146 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52043Elkader, IA 520430.0 mi11$3,521,166$332,925$320,106
52049Garnavillo, IA 5204911.3 mi5$956,640$222,175$191,328
52169Wadena, IA 5216912.0 mi1$439,000$439,000$439,000
52156Luana, IA 5215614.6 mi1$362,000$362,000$362,000
52159Monona, IA 5215916.6 mi2$642,000$321,000$321,000
52158Marquette, IA 5215818.2 mi1$195,000$195,000$195,000
52142Fayette, IA 5214218.9 mi4$626,668$175,000$156,667
52162Postville, IA 5216219.6 mi3$292,500$97,500$97,500
52133Castalia, IA 5213322.0 mi1$525,000$525,000$525,000
53821Prairie Du Chien, WI 5382122.8 mi19$4,815,417$244,250$253,443
53817Patch Grove, WI 5381723.7 mi2$490,000$245,000$245,000
52057Manchester, IA 5205724.4 mi37$10,012,755$239,000$270,615
52041Earlville, IA 5204124.9 mi1$849,000$849,000$849,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELKADER, IA 52043?

As of July 2026, there are 14 active listings in ELKADER, IA (zip code 52043), compared to 7 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELKADER, IA 52043?

The median listing price in ELKADER, IA 52043 is $258,750 as of July 2026, a 21.8% increase from $212,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELKADER, IA 52043 spend an average of 61 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 41 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELKADER, IA 52043?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of July 2026, ELKADER, IA 52043 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 61 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELKADER, IA 52043 save an estimated $5,175 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $258,750. 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.