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MARION, IA 52302

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

Market Analysis

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

The MARION, IA real estate market (52302) currently shows 197 active listings, with 97 pending sales. Homes are averaging 46 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 21 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 46 days on market compared to 45 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 24.3% year-over-year, from $340,000 to $422,751.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 42,803  ·  Density: 222.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $82,242

Typical home value: $211,981  ·  Homeownership: 78.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
197
⇩ 9.6% vs 218 last year
Pending
97
49% pending ratio
Median Price
$422,751
⇧ 24.3% vs $340,000 last year
Average Price
$436,852
⇧ 16.5% vs $375,128 last year
Days on Market
46
⇧ 2.2% vs 45 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$175
⇧ 11.5% vs $157/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,395 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 197 this year vs 218 last year
  • Days on market: 46 now vs 45 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $422,751 (+24.3% YoY)
  • Average: $436,852 (+16.5% 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 17.2 miles — 642 listings ($218,872,110 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52302Marion, IA 523020.0 mi187$74,808,415$348,073$400,045
52402Cedar Rapids, IA 524025.4 mi134$32,978,606$199,875$246,109
52336Springville, IA 523366.7 mi7$2,533,069$366,825$361,867
52202Alburnett, IA 522027.3 mi1$180,000$180,000$180,000
52411Cedar Rapids, IA 524118.1 mi37$22,906,700$614,963$619,100
52214Central City, IA 522149.2 mi3$1,154,250$384,750$384,750
52314Mount Vernon, IA 5231411.0 mi31$14,087,144$420,000$454,424
52404Cedar Rapids, IA 5240411.7 mi183$49,877,565$249,900$272,555
52305Martelle, IA 5230512.2 mi4$1,623,968$430,000$405,992
52205Anamosa, IA 5220514.9 mi29$8,404,693$222,500$289,817
52228Fairfax, IA 5222816.0 mi15$6,648,300$466,225$443,220
52332Shellsburg, IA 5233216.4 mi10$3,069,500$246,950$306,950
52312Morley, IA 5231217.2 mi1$599,900$599,900$599,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MARION, IA 52302?

As of September 2026, there are 197 active listings in MARION, IA (zip code 52302), compared to 218 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MARION, IA 52302?

The median listing price in MARION, IA 52302 is $422,751 as of September 2026, a 24.3% increase from $340,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in MARION, IA 52302 spend an average of 46 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 45 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MARION, IA 52302?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, MARION, IA 52302 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 21 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 46 days on market compared to 45 days last year.

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