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WEST BRANCH, IA 52358

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
28
vs 28 last year
Pending
4
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$330,000
⇩ 2.9% vs $339,900 last year
Average Price
$381,552
⇧ 7.6% vs $354,749 last year
Days on Market
75
⇩ 41.9% vs 129 days last year

Market Context

Population: 4,096  ·  Density: 20.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $76,398

Typical home value: $186,162  ·  Homeownership: 82.9%

Market Analysis

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

The WEST BRANCH, IA real estate market (52358) currently shows 28 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 75 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 75 days on market compared to 129 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.9% year-over-year, from $339,900 to $330,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 75 now vs 129 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $330,000 (-2.9% YoY)
  • Average: $381,552 (+7.6% 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 21.8 miles — 684 listings ($300,138,730 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52358West Branch, IA 523580.0 mi28$10,683,456$330,000$381,552
52245Iowa City, IA 522459.7 mi105$41,646,675$346,000$396,635
52240Iowa City, IA 5224010.2 mi112$50,261,232$333,267$448,761
52333Solon, IA 5233311.3 mi63$35,450,982$529,400$562,714
52253Lisbon, IA 5225314.0 mi10$3,082,880$302,500$308,288
52241Coralville, IA 5224114.3 mi159$70,601,088$329,900$444,032
52246Iowa City, IA 5224614.6 mi99$40,101,435$336,450$405,065
52755Lone Tree, IA 5275516.0 mi6$1,828,800$187,500$304,800
52778Wilton, IA 5277817.6 mi7$2,745,750$359,500$392,250
52340Tiffin, IA 5234018.5 mi80$39,249,200$384,990$490,615
52721Bennett, IA 5272118.9 mi1$139,000$139,000$139,000
52327Riverside, IA 5232720.3 mi7$3,103,401$322,000$443,343
52255Lowden, IA 5225521.8 mi7$1,244,831$154,000$177,833

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WEST BRANCH, IA 52358?

As of January 2026, there are 28 active listings in WEST BRANCH, IA (zip code 52358), compared to 28 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WEST BRANCH, IA 52358?

The median listing price in WEST BRANCH, IA 52358 is $330,000 as of January 2026, a 2.9% decrease from $339,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in WEST BRANCH, IA 52358 spend an average of 75 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 129 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WEST BRANCH, IA 52358?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WEST BRANCH, IA 52358 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are selling faster, averaging 75 days on market compared to 129 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WEST BRANCH, IA 52358 save an estimated $6,600 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $330,000. 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.