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BELLE PLAINE, IA 52208

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Benton County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
24
⇧ 60% vs 15 last year
Pending
8
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$225,000
⇧ 27.3% vs $176,750 last year
Average Price
$179,703
⇩ 4.5% vs $188,168 last year
Days on Market
94
⇧ 25.3% vs 75 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,992  ·  Density: 19.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $68,000

Typical home value: $116,376  ·  Homeownership: 84.8%

Market Analysis

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

The BELLE PLAINE, IA real estate market (52208) currently shows 24 active listings, with 8 pending sales. Homes are averaging 94 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 94 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 27.3% year-over-year, from $176,750 to $225,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 24 this year vs 15 last year
  • Days on market: 94 now vs 75 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $225,000 (+27.3% YoY)
  • Average: $179,703 (-4.5% 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 21.7 miles — 80 listings ($17,272,121 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52208Belle Plaine, IA 522080.0 mi24$4,312,872$225,000$179,703
52215Chelsea, IA 522157.2 mi3$1,044,300$199,500$348,100
52249Keystone, IA 522499.3 mi4$359,600$89,900$89,900
52301Marengo, IA 5230111.3 mi9$1,809,603$195,000$201,067
52346Van Horne, IA 5234612.9 mi2$824,000$412,000$412,000
52354Watkins, IA 5235414.4 mi1$135,000$135,000$135,000
52339Tama, IA 5233916.6 mi15$2,919,960$190,250$194,664
52221Guernsey, IA 5222117.2 mi1$41,567$41,567$41,567
52229Garrison, IA 5222918.7 mi3$774,999$350,000$258,333
52318Norway, IA 5231818.9 mi7$1,460,620$235,000$208,660
52334South Amana, IA 5233419.7 mi1$250,000$250,000$250,000
52206Atkins, IA 5220620.7 mi8$2,839,800$379,950$354,975
52222Deep River, IA 5222221.7 mi2$499,800$249,900$249,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BELLE PLAINE, IA 52208?

As of January 2026, there are 24 active listings in BELLE PLAINE, IA (zip code 52208), compared to 15 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BELLE PLAINE, IA 52208?

The median listing price in BELLE PLAINE, IA 52208 is $225,000 as of January 2026, a 27.3% increase from $176,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in BELLE PLAINE, IA 52208 spend an average of 94 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 75 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BELLE PLAINE, IA 52208?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BELLE PLAINE, IA 52208 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 94 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BELLE PLAINE, IA 52208 save an estimated $4,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $225,000. 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.