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IOWA CITY, IA 52246

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
99
⇧ 52.3% vs 65 last year
Pending
21
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$336,450
⇩ 16.4% vs $402,425 last year
Average Price
$405,065
⇧ 1.8% vs $397,867 last year
Days on Market
72
⇧ 53.2% vs 47 days last year

Market Context

Population: 22,340  ·  Density: 516.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $51,627

Typical home value: $327,358  ·  Homeownership: 40.9%

Market Analysis

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

The IOWA CITY, IA real estate market (52246) currently shows 99 active listings, with 21 pending sales. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 34 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 72 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 16.4% year-over-year, from $402,425 to $336,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 99 this year vs 65 last year
  • Days on market: 72 now vs 47 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $336,450 (-16.4% YoY)
  • Average: $405,065 (+1.8% 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 21.1 miles — 584 listings ($257,942,329 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52246Iowa City, IA 522460.0 mi99$40,101,435$336,450$405,065
52245Iowa City, IA 522454.9 mi105$41,646,675$346,000$396,635
52340Tiffin, IA 523405.8 mi80$39,249,200$384,990$490,615
52317North Liberty, IA 523178.1 mi167$71,262,240$399,900$426,720
52247Kalona, IA 5224711.2 mi9$3,793,275$357,450$421,475
52333Solon, IA 5233312.1 mi63$35,450,982$529,400$562,714
52755Lone Tree, IA 5275514.4 mi6$1,828,800$187,500$304,800
52236Homestead, IA 5223615.5 mi1$79,900$79,900$79,900
52776West Liberty, IA 5277617.3 mi14$7,742,182$304,450$553,013
52356Wellman, IA 5235617.7 mi5$1,625,350$295,000$325,070
52203Amana, IA 5220318.8 mi4$1,902,000$575,000$475,500
52351Walford, IA 5235119.8 mi1$575,000$575,000$575,000
52314Mount Vernon, IA 5231421.1 mi30$12,685,290$420,000$422,843

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in IOWA CITY, IA 52246?

As of January 2026, there are 99 active listings in IOWA CITY, IA (zip code 52246), compared to 65 the prior year.

What is the median home price in IOWA CITY, IA 52246?

The median listing price in IOWA CITY, IA 52246 is $336,450 as of January 2026, a 16.4% decrease from $402,425 the prior year.

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

Homes in IOWA CITY, IA 52246 spend an average of 72 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 47 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in IOWA CITY, IA 52246?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, IOWA CITY, IA 52246 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 34 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 72 days on market compared to 47 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 52246 save an estimated $6,729 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $336,450. 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.