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OTTUMWA, IA 52501

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
120
⇩ 5.5% vs 127 last year
Pending
28
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$148,500
⇩ 4% vs $154,750 last year
Average Price
$168,045
⇩ 3.9% vs $174,850 last year
Days on Market
89
vs 89 days last year

Market Context

Population: 30,535  ·  Density: 52.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $55,801

Typical home value: $102,771  ·  Homeownership: 63.5%

Market Analysis

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

The OTTUMWA, IA real estate market (52501) currently shows 120 active listings, with 28 pending sales. Homes are averaging 89 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

The median listing price has fallen 4% year-over-year, from $154,750 to $148,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 120 this year vs 127 last year
  • Days on market: 89 now vs 89 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $148,500 (-4% YoY)
  • Average: $168,045 (-3.9% 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 25.7 miles — 217 listings ($46,282,642 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52501Ottumwa, IA 525010.0 mi120$20,165,400$148,500$168,045
52536Blakesburg, IA 5253611.3 mi2$580,000$290,000$290,000
52561Fremont, IA 5256112.7 mi1$124,750$124,750$124,750
52553Eddyville, IA 5255313.9 mi3$647,850$215,950$215,950
52552Drakesville, IA 5255215.0 mi1$54,900$54,900$54,900
52594Unionville, IA 5259418.0 mi1$105,000$105,000$105,000
52595University Park, IA 5259519.7 mi2$276,000$138,000$138,000
52577Oskaloosa, IA 5257720.0 mi43$11,392,592$200,000$264,944
52576Ollie, IA 5257620.6 mi2$400,000$200,000$200,000
52537Bloomfield, IA 5253720.9 mi25$4,996,900$167,000$199,876
52551Douds, IA 5255122.8 mi0$0$559,500$559,500
52571Moravia, IA 5257123.6 mi15$6,794,250$362,000$452,950
50268What Cheer, IA 5026825.7 mi2$745,000$372,500$372,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in OTTUMWA, IA 52501?

As of January 2026, there are 120 active listings in OTTUMWA, IA (zip code 52501), compared to 127 the prior year.

What is the median home price in OTTUMWA, IA 52501?

The median listing price in OTTUMWA, IA 52501 is $148,500 as of January 2026, a 4% decrease from $154,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in OTTUMWA, IA 52501 spend an average of 89 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 89 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in OTTUMWA, IA 52501?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, OTTUMWA, IA 52501 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in OTTUMWA, IA 52501 save an estimated $2,970 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $148,500. 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.