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CRESCO, IA 52136

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Howard County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CRESCO, IA real estate market (52136) currently shows 12 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 182 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 182 days on market compared to 120 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3% year-over-year, from $249,900 to $257,400.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 5,917  ·  Density: 10.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,003

Typical home value: $147,093  ·  Homeownership: 75.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
12
⇧ 20% vs 10 last year
Pending
3
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$257,400
⇧ 3% vs $249,900 last year
Average Price
$233,064
⇩ 4.8% vs $244,900 last year
Days on Market
182
⇧ 51.7% vs 120 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$99
⇩ 8.3% vs $108/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,544 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 12 this year vs 10 last year
  • Days on market: 182 now vs 120 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $257,400 (+3% YoY)
  • Average: $233,064 (-4.8% 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
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 29.5 miles — 67 listings ($22,019,383 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52136Cresco, IA 521360.0 mi12$3,420,120$279,900$285,010
52168Spillville, IA 5216814.1 mi1$199,900$199,900$199,900
55922Canton, MN 5592217.1 mi2$344,900$172,450$172,450
52101Decorah, IA 5210117.5 mi24$9,167,952$358,000$381,998
52171Waucoma, IA 5217120.8 mi1$189,900$189,900$189,900
50466Riceville, IA 5046621.4 mi4$1,024,832$225,000$256,208
55951Le Roy, MN 5595121.8 mi2$505,000$252,500$252,500
52166Saint Lucas, IA 5216622.8 mi1$210,000$210,000$210,000
55975Spring Valley, MN 5597524.7 mi9$3,805,101$309,375$422,789
55990Wykoff, MN 5599025.7 mi5$1,941,875$342,500$388,375
55974Spring Grove, MN 5597427.5 mi2$684,800$342,400$342,400
52133Castalia, IA 5213328.9 mi1$525,000$525,000$525,000
50645Ionia, IA 5064529.5 mi3$3$1$1

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CRESCO, IA 52136?

As of March 2026, there are 12 active listings in CRESCO, IA (zip code 52136), compared to 10 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CRESCO, IA 52136?

The median listing price in CRESCO, IA 52136 is $257,400 as of March 2026, a 3% increase from $249,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in CRESCO, IA 52136 spend an average of 182 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 120 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CRESCO, IA 52136?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, CRESCO, IA 52136 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 182 days on market compared to 120 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CRESCO, IA 52136 save an estimated $5,148 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $257,400. 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.