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SHELLSBURG, IA 52332

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
9
⇧ 80% vs 5 last year
Pending
4
44% pending ratio
Median Price
$254,000
⇩ 5.9% vs $270,000 last year
Average Price
$319,960
⇧ 18.5% vs $270,000 last year
Days on Market
95
⇩ 40.6% vs 160 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,819  ·  Density: 17.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $86,250

Typical home value: $234,458  ·  Homeownership: 89.4%

Market Analysis

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

The SHELLSBURG, IA real estate market (52332) currently shows 9 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 95 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 95 days on market compared to 160 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.9% year-over-year, from $270,000 to $254,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 9 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 95 now vs 160 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $254,000 (-5.9% YoY)
  • Average: $319,960 (+18.5% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 16.4 miles — 314 listings ($109,739,501 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52332Shellsburg, IA 523320.0 mi9$2,879,640$254,000$319,960
52206Atkins, IA 522067.4 mi8$2,839,800$379,950$354,975
52349Vinton, IA 523497.9 mi47$13,742,095$236,200$292,385
52345Urbana, IA 523458.6 mi9$2,461,275$269,450$273,475
52213Center Point, IA 522139.1 mi11$3,549,084$259,000$322,644
52233Hiawatha, IA 5223310.8 mi25$8,024,450$289,945$320,978
52346Van Horne, IA 5234611.6 mi2$824,000$412,000$412,000
52202Alburnett, IA 5220213.4 mi3$315,000$70,000$105,000
52352Walker, IA 5235214.2 mi2$640,000$320,000$320,000
52318Norway, IA 5231814.4 mi7$1,460,620$235,000$208,660
52229Garrison, IA 5222914.8 mi3$774,999$350,000$258,333
52351Walford, IA 5235115.7 mi1$575,000$575,000$575,000
52302Marion, IA 5230216.4 mi187$71,653,538$330,000$383,174

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SHELLSBURG, IA 52332?

As of January 2026, there are 9 active listings in SHELLSBURG, IA (zip code 52332), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SHELLSBURG, IA 52332?

The median listing price in SHELLSBURG, IA 52332 is $254,000 as of January 2026, a 5.9% decrease from $270,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SHELLSBURG, IA 52332 spend an average of 95 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 160 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SHELLSBURG, IA 52332?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SHELLSBURG, IA 52332 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 95 days on market compared to 160 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SHELLSBURG, IA 52332 save an estimated $5,080 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $254,000. 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.