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ELGIN, IA 52141

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Fayette County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
vs 2 last year
Pending
1
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$139,000
⇩ 48.5% vs $269,900 last year
Average Price
$139,000
⇩ 48.5% vs $269,900 last year
Days on Market
55
⇩ 56% vs 125 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,190  ·  Density: 5.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,333

Typical home value: $94,089  ·  Homeownership: 88.9%

Market Analysis

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

The ELGIN, IA real estate market (52141) currently shows 2 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 55 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 55 days on market compared to 125 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 48.5% year-over-year, from $269,900 to $139,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 55 now vs 125 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $139,000 (-48.5% YoY)
  • Average: $139,000 (-48.5% 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 23.6 miles — 39 listings ($10,696,364 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52141Elgin, IA 521410.0 mi2$278,000$139,000$139,000
52169Wadena, IA 521696.5 mi1$439,000$439,000$439,000
52142Fayette, IA 5214211.4 mi4$612,000$164,000$153,000
52133Castalia, IA 5213311.8 mi1$525,000$525,000$525,000
52162Postville, IA 5216212.5 mi2$255,000$127,500$127,500
52161Ossian, IA 5216114.5 mi3$974,799$189,900$324,933
52159Monona, IA 5215916.7 mi2$794,000$397,000$397,000
52076Strawberry Point, IA 5207617.7 mi5$1,646,665$289,000$329,333
50655Maynard, IA 5065518.0 mi4$1,411,000$384,500$352,750
52049Garnavillo, IA 5204921.9 mi5$921,900$219,900$184,380
52042Edgewood, IA 5204222.4 mi3$1,131,000$377,000$377,000
52132Calmar, IA 5213223.5 mi5$1,118,000$189,000$223,600
50607Aurora, IA 5060723.6 mi2$590,000$295,000$295,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELGIN, IA 52141?

As of January 2026, there are 2 active listings in ELGIN, IA (zip code 52141), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELGIN, IA 52141?

The median listing price in ELGIN, IA 52141 is $139,000 as of January 2026, a 48.5% decrease from $269,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELGIN, IA 52141 spend an average of 55 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 125 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELGIN, IA 52141?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ELGIN, IA 52141 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are selling faster, averaging 55 days on market compared to 125 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELGIN, IA 52141 save an estimated $2,780 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $139,000. 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.