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IOWA CITY, IA 52245

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
105
⇧ 19.3% vs 88 last year
Pending
19
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$346,000
⇩ 13.9% vs $402,000 last year
Average Price
$396,635
⇩ 12.4% vs $453,033 last year
Days on Market
92
⇧ 39.4% vs 66 days last year

Market Context

Population: 22,088  ·  Density: 1,015.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $75,455

Typical home value: $279,254  ·  Homeownership: 61.4%

Market Analysis

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

The IOWA CITY, IA real estate market (52245) currently shows 105 active listings, with 19 pending sales. Homes are averaging 92 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 92 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 13.9% year-over-year, from $402,000 to $346,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 105 this year vs 88 last year
  • Days on market: 92 now vs 66 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $346,000 (-13.9% YoY)
  • Average: $396,635 (-12.4% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 21.7 miles — 384 listings ($161,706,085 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52245Iowa City, IA 522450.0 mi105$41,646,675$346,000$396,635
52246Iowa City, IA 522464.9 mi99$40,101,435$336,450$405,065
52235Hills, IA 522357.1 mi3$922,485$307,495$307,495
52333Solon, IA 523339.3 mi63$35,450,982$529,400$562,714
52358West Branch, IA 523589.7 mi28$10,683,456$330,000$381,552
52776West Liberty, IA 5277613.5 mi14$7,742,182$304,450$553,013
52327Riverside, IA 5232713.9 mi7$3,103,401$322,000$443,343
52247Kalona, IA 5224715.3 mi9$3,793,275$357,450$421,475
52253Lisbon, IA 5225317.6 mi10$3,082,880$302,500$308,288
52720Atalissa, IA 5272018.5 mi1$75,000$75,000$75,000
52772Tipton, IA 5277219.6 mi26$8,518,354$270,000$327,629
52306Mechanicsville, IA 5230620.4 mi6$1,083,450$180,000$180,575
52228Fairfax, IA 5222821.7 mi13$5,502,510$427,500$423,270

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in IOWA CITY, IA 52245?

As of January 2026, there are 105 active listings in IOWA CITY, IA (zip code 52245), compared to 88 the prior year.

What is the median home price in IOWA CITY, IA 52245?

The median listing price in IOWA CITY, IA 52245 is $346,000 as of January 2026, a 13.9% decrease from $402,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in IOWA CITY, IA 52245 spend an average of 92 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 66 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in IOWA CITY, IA 52245?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, IOWA CITY, IA 52245 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 92 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in IOWA CITY, IA 52245 save an estimated $6,920 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $346,000. 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.