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WEST BRANCH, IA 52358

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Cedar County
Seller's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The WEST BRANCH, IA real estate market (52358) currently shows 31 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 47 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 47 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.6% year-over-year, from $331,225 to $325,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
31
⇩ 6.1% vs 33 last year
Pending
13
42% pending ratio
Median Price
$325,900
⇩ 1.6% vs $331,225 last year
Average Price
$337,277
⇩ 2.7% vs $346,712 last year
Days on Market
47
⇩ 17.5% vs 57 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$158
⇧ 3.3% vs $153/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,136 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 31 this year vs 33 last year
  • Days on market: 47 now vs 57 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $325,900 (-1.6% YoY)
  • Average: $337,277 (-2.7% 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 21.8 miles — 964 listings ($407,870,084 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52358West Branch, IA 523580.0 mi29$11,059,817$333,725$381,373
52245Iowa City, IA 522459.7 mi119$50,550,010$355,000$424,790
52240Iowa City, IA 5224010.2 mi126$56,011,914$328,460$444,539
52333Solon, IA 5233311.3 mi69$40,035,456$528,925$580,224
52253Lisbon, IA 5225314.0 mi9$2,485,917$215,600$276,213
52241Coralville, IA 5224114.3 mi190$81,993,170$328,675$431,543
52246Iowa City, IA 5224614.6 mi136$49,434,640$304,900$363,490
52755Lone Tree, IA 5275516.0 mi7$2,046,100$202,500$292,300
52317North Liberty, IA 5231716.6 mi220$88,317,240$322,400$401,442
52314Mount Vernon, IA 5231417.7 mi31$14,087,144$420,000$454,424
52227Ely, IA 5222718.6 mi18$9,565,200$343,950$531,400
52216Clarence, IA 5221619.7 mi9$1,683,576$183,250$187,064
52312Morley, IA 5231221.8 mi1$599,900$599,900$599,900

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of April 2026, there are 31 active listings in WEST BRANCH, IA (zip code 52358), compared to 33 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in WEST BRANCH, IA 52358 is $325,900 as of April 2026, a 1.6% decrease from $331,225 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 47 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 57 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 April 2026, WEST BRANCH, IA 52358 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 47 days on market compared to 57 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 $6,518 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $325,900. 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.