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FAIRFAX, IA 52228

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
13
⇧ 8.3% vs 12 last year
Pending
4
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$427,500
⇩ 23.8% vs $561,175 last year
Average Price
$423,270
⇩ 19.7% vs $526,841 last year
Days on Market
78
⇩ 14.3% vs 91 days last year

Market Context

Population: 3,656  ·  Density: 37.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $125,352

Typical home value: $287,384  ·  Homeownership: 90.4%

Market Analysis

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

The FAIRFAX, IA real estate market (52228) currently shows 13 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 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 78 days on market compared to 91 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 23.8% year-over-year, from $561,175 to $427,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 13 this year vs 12 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 91 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $427,500 (-23.8% YoY)
  • Average: $423,270 (-19.7% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 14.7 miles — 796 listings ($257,398,663 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52228Fairfax, IA 522280.0 mi13$5,502,510$427,500$423,270
52404Cedar Rapids, IA 524045.3 mi166$44,123,962$239,990$265,807
52405Cedar Rapids, IA 524056.2 mi68$16,783,080$215,000$246,810
52206Atkins, IA 522067.9 mi8$2,839,800$379,950$354,975
52401Cedar Rapids, IA 524018.5 mi6$883,698$129,950$147,283
52402Cedar Rapids, IA 5240210.7 mi136$33,589,144$199,000$246,979
52324Palo, IA 5232411.2 mi9$2,789,703$310,000$309,967
52233Hiawatha, IA 5223311.4 mi25$8,024,450$289,945$320,978
52403Cedar Rapids, IA 5240311.8 mi108$29,221,236$187,400$270,567
52317North Liberty, IA 5231712.7 mi167$71,262,240$399,900$426,720
52334South Amana, IA 5233414.2 mi1$250,000$250,000$250,000
52332Shellsburg, IA 5233214.4 mi9$2,879,640$254,000$319,960
52340Tiffin, IA 5234014.7 mi80$39,249,200$384,990$490,615

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FAIRFAX, IA 52228?

As of January 2026, there are 13 active listings in FAIRFAX, IA (zip code 52228), compared to 12 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FAIRFAX, IA 52228?

The median listing price in FAIRFAX, IA 52228 is $427,500 as of January 2026, a 23.8% decrease from $561,175 the prior year.

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

Homes in FAIRFAX, IA 52228 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 91 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FAIRFAX, IA 52228?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, FAIRFAX, IA 52228 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 78 days on market compared to 91 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FAIRFAX, IA 52228 save an estimated $8,550 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $427,500. 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.