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CENTRAL CITY, IA 52214

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
1
⇩ 80% vs 5 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$319,500
⇧ 6.5% vs $300,000 last year
Average Price
$319,500
⇩ 9.1% vs $351,633 last year
Days on Market
148
⇧ 51% vs 98 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,790  ·  Density: 11.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $78,897

Typical home value: $228,200  ·  Homeownership: 83.3%

Market Analysis

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

The CENTRAL CITY, IA real estate market (52214) currently shows 1 active listings. Homes are averaging 148 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 148 days on market compared to 98 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.5% year-over-year, from $300,000 to $319,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 1 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 148 now vs 98 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $319,500 (+6.5% YoY)
  • Average: $319,500 (-9.1% 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 19.0 miles — 263 listings ($98,394,800 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52214Central City, IA 522140.0 mi1$319,500$319,500$319,500
52218Coggon, IA 522187.4 mi5$756,400$149,900$151,280
52302Marion, IA 523029.2 mi187$71,653,538$330,000$383,174
52328Robins, IA 5232811.6 mi5$2,568,490$514,945$513,698
52341Toddville, IA 5234113.0 mi2$1,198,950$599,475$599,475
52213Center Point, IA 5221313.6 mi11$3,549,084$259,000$322,644
52305Martelle, IA 5230514.6 mi3$1,230,000$410,000$410,000
52352Walker, IA 5235215.4 mi2$640,000$320,000$320,000
52310Monticello, IA 5231016.0 mi9$1,962,450$187,700$218,050
52401Cedar Rapids, IA 5240116.8 mi6$883,698$129,950$147,283
52314Mount Vernon, IA 5231417.9 mi30$12,685,290$420,000$422,843
52312Morley, IA 5231218.5 mi1$599,900$599,900$599,900
52326Quasqueton, IA 5232619.0 mi1$347,500$347,500$347,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CENTRAL CITY, IA 52214?

As of January 2026, there are 1 active listings in CENTRAL CITY, IA (zip code 52214), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CENTRAL CITY, IA 52214?

The median listing price in CENTRAL CITY, IA 52214 is $319,500 as of January 2026, a 6.5% increase from $300,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CENTRAL CITY, IA 52214 spend an average of 148 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 98 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CENTRAL CITY, IA 52214?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CENTRAL CITY, IA 52214 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 148 days on market compared to 98 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CENTRAL CITY, IA 52214 save an estimated $6,390 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $319,500. 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.