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CENTRAL CITY, IA 52214

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

Market Analysis

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

The CENTRAL CITY, IA real estate market (52214) currently shows 5 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 51 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 51 days on market compared to 214 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 29% year-over-year, from $450,000 to $319,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
5
⇧ 25% vs 4 last year
Pending
2
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$319,500
⇩ 29% vs $450,000 last year
Average Price
$313,133
⇩ 30.4% vs $450,000 last year
Days on Market
51
⇩ 76.2% vs 214 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$126
⇩ 29.2% vs $178/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,749 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 5 this year vs 4 last year
  • Days on market: 51 now vs 214 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $319,500 (-29% YoY)
  • Average: $313,133 (-30.4% 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 19.0 miles — 273 listings ($104,556,425 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52214Central City, IA 522140.0 mi3$1,154,250$384,750$384,750
52218Coggon, IA 522187.4 mi5$754,915$146,925$150,983
52302Marion, IA 523029.2 mi187$74,808,415$348,073$400,045
52328Robins, IA 5232811.6 mi5$2,593,725$477,490$518,745
52341Toddville, IA 5234113.0 mi2$830,000$415,000$415,000
52213Center Point, IA 5221313.6 mi10$3,539,440$265,000$353,944
52305Martelle, IA 5230514.6 mi4$1,623,968$430,000$405,992
52352Walker, IA 5235215.4 mi4$1,222,376$260,000$305,594
52310Monticello, IA 5231016.0 mi12$2,206,692$186,900$183,891
52401Cedar Rapids, IA 5240116.8 mi8$795,600$99,450$99,450
52314Mount Vernon, IA 5231417.9 mi31$14,087,144$420,000$454,424
52312Morley, IA 5231218.5 mi1$599,900$599,900$599,900
52326Quasqueton, IA 5232619.0 mi1$340,000$340,000$340,000

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 5 active listings in CENTRAL CITY, IA (zip code 52214), compared to 4 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 March 2026, a 29% decrease from $450,000 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 51 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 214 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 March 2026, CENTRAL CITY, IA 52214 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 51 days on market compared to 214 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.