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WADENA, IA 52169

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The WADENA, IA real estate market (52169) currently shows 1 active listings. Homes are averaging 133 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 133 days on market compared to 19 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.4% year-over-year, from $450,000 to $439,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 418  ·  Density: 4.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $57,500

Typical home value: $113,546  ·  Homeownership: 78.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
1
vs 1 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$439,000
⇩ 2.4% vs $450,000 last year
Average Price
$439,000
⇩ 2.4% vs $450,000 last year
Days on Market
133
⇧ 600% vs 19 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$167
⇩ 35.5% vs $259/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,625 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 133 now vs 19 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $439,000 (-2.4% YoY)
  • Average: $439,000 (-2.4% 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
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 25.1 miles — 40 listings ($9,535,419 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52169Wadena, IA 521690.0 mi1$439,000$439,000$439,000
52142Fayette, IA 521427.0 mi4$626,668$175,000$156,667
52164Randalia, IA 5216412.1 mi2$649,050$314,675$324,525
52175West Union, IA 5217513.1 mi11$2,697,431$229,225$245,221
52147Hawkeye, IA 5214716.8 mi2$190,000$95,000$95,000
52156Luana, IA 5215617.3 mi1$362,000$362,000$362,000
52133Castalia, IA 5213317.9 mi1$525,000$525,000$525,000
52038Dundee, IA 5203818.8 mi1$249,000$249,000$249,000
52162Postville, IA 5216219.0 mi3$292,500$97,500$97,500
52166Saint Lucas, IA 5216620.6 mi1$210,000$210,000$210,000
52159Monona, IA 5215922.0 mi2$642,000$321,000$321,000
50674Sumner, IA 5067423.2 mi10$2,462,870$192,425$246,287
52171Waucoma, IA 5217125.1 mi1$189,900$189,900$189,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WADENA, IA 52169?

As of March 2026, there are 1 active listings in WADENA, IA (zip code 52169), compared to 1 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WADENA, IA 52169?

The median listing price in WADENA, IA 52169 is $439,000 as of March 2026, a 2.4% decrease from $450,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in WADENA, IA 52169 spend an average of 133 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 19 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WADENA, IA 52169?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, WADENA, IA 52169 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 133 days on market compared to 19 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WADENA, IA 52169 save an estimated $8,780 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $439,000. 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.