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CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52401

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Linn County
Seller's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 52401

Bohemian Commercial Historic District · Downtown · May's Island Historic District · Oak Hill Jackson · West Cedar Rapids

Market Analysis

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

The CEDAR RAPIDS, IA real estate market (52401) currently shows 8 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 36 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 36 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.5% year-over-year, from $103,475 to $103,998.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 2,172  ·  Density: 704.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $42,772

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 18.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
8
⇩ 33.3% vs 12 last year
Pending
6
75% pending ratio
Median Price
$103,998
⇧ 0.5% vs $103,475 last year
Average Price
$105,821
⇩ 15.2% vs $124,731 last year
Days on Market
36
⇩ 12.2% vs 41 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$136
⇧ 17.2% vs $116/sqft last year
Median Home Size
814 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 8 this year vs 12 last year
  • Days on market: 36 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $103,998 (+0.5% YoY)
  • Average: $105,821 (-15.2% 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 16.5 miles — 457 listings ($170,919,428 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52401Cedar Rapids, IA 524010.0 mi8$795,600$99,450$99,450
52404Cedar Rapids, IA 524044.1 mi183$49,877,565$249,900$272,555
52405Cedar Rapids, IA 524054.6 mi66$16,343,976$213,500$247,636
52411Cedar Rapids, IA 524116.3 mi37$22,906,700$614,963$619,100
52227Ely, IA 522277.4 mi18$9,565,200$343,950$531,400
52228Fairfax, IA 522288.5 mi15$6,648,300$466,225$443,220
52341Toddville, IA 523419.8 mi2$830,000$415,000$415,000
52314Mount Vernon, IA 5231411.1 mi31$14,087,144$420,000$454,424
52206Atkins, IA 5220611.8 mi7$2,602,950$393,700$371,850
52336Springville, IA 5233612.9 mi7$2,533,069$366,825$361,867
52332Shellsburg, IA 5233214.5 mi10$3,069,500$246,950$306,950
52333Solon, IA 5233314.8 mi69$40,035,456$528,925$580,224
52305Martelle, IA 5230516.5 mi4$1,623,968$430,000$405,992

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52401?

As of March 2026, there are 8 active listings in CEDAR RAPIDS, IA (zip code 52401), compared to 12 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52401?

The median listing price in CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52401 is $103,998 as of March 2026, a 0.5% increase from $103,475 the prior year.

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

Homes in CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52401 spend an average of 36 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 41 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52401?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52401 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 36 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52401 save an estimated $2,080 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $103,998. 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.