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FAYETTE, IA 52142

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

Market Analysis

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

The FAYETTE, IA real estate market (52142) currently shows 7 active listings. Homes are averaging 43 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 43 days on market compared to 16 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 9.9% year-over-year, from $139,900 to $153,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,790  ·  Density: 9.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $45,541

Typical home value: $125,772  ·  Homeownership: 61.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
7
⇧ 40% vs 5 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$153,750
⇧ 9.9% vs $139,900 last year
Average Price
$229,532
⇧ 18.7% vs $193,360 last year
Days on Market
43
⇧ 168.8% vs 16 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$76
⇩ 14.6% vs $89/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,060 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 7 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 43 now vs 16 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $153,750 (+9.9% YoY)
  • Average: $229,532 (+18.7% 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 24.0 miles — 105 listings ($22,530,269 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52142Fayette, IA 521420.0 mi4$626,668$175,000$156,667
50655Maynard, IA 506556.6 mi4$1,389,000$374,500$347,250
52141Elgin, IA 5214111.3 mi5$684,085$139,450$136,817
52175West Union, IA 5217511.6 mi11$2,697,431$229,225$245,221
50662Oelwein, IA 5066212.0 mi45$6,179,400$115,000$137,320
50674Sumner, IA 5067416.4 mi10$2,462,870$192,425$246,287
50641Hazleton, IA 5064117.1 mi3$1,402,350$467,450$467,450
52043Elkader, IA 5204318.9 mi11$3,521,166$332,925$320,106
52133Castalia, IA 5213320.3 mi1$525,000$525,000$525,000
52161Ossian, IA 5216120.8 mi3$974,799$189,900$324,933
52156Luana, IA 5215622.8 mi1$362,000$362,000$362,000
52162Postville, IA 5216223.1 mi3$292,500$97,500$97,500
52042Edgewood, IA 5204224.0 mi4$1,413,000$342,500$353,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FAYETTE, IA 52142?

As of March 2026, there are 7 active listings in FAYETTE, IA (zip code 52142), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FAYETTE, IA 52142?

The median listing price in FAYETTE, IA 52142 is $153,750 as of March 2026, a 9.9% increase from $139,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in FAYETTE, IA 52142 spend an average of 43 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 16 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FAYETTE, IA 52142?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, FAYETTE, IA 52142 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 43 days on market compared to 16 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FAYETTE, IA 52142 save an estimated $3,075 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $153,750. 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.