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OTTUMWA, IA 52501

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

Market Analysis

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

The OTTUMWA, IA real estate market (52501) currently shows 123 active listings, with 25 pending sales. Homes are averaging 63 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 63 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.9% year-over-year, from $149,700 to $155,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
123
⇩ 8.9% vs 135 last year
Pending
25
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$155,500
⇧ 3.9% vs $149,700 last year
Average Price
$179,633
⇧ 4% vs $172,654 last year
Days on Market
63
⇩ 17.1% vs 76 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$119
⇩ 5.6% vs $126/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,342 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 123 this year vs 135 last year
  • Days on market: 63 now vs 76 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $155,500 (+3.9% YoY)
  • Average: $179,633 (+4% 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 27.2 miles — 195 listings ($55,237,171 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52501Ottumwa, IA 525010.0 mi114$19,987,962$145,500$175,333
52536Blakesburg, IA 5253611.3 mi2$580,000$290,000$290,000
52561Fremont, IA 5256112.7 mi1$120,000$120,000$120,000
52553Eddyville, IA 5255313.9 mi2$579,800$289,900$289,900
52552Drakesville, IA 5255215.0 mi1$54,900$54,900$54,900
52550Delta, IA 5255019.6 mi3$417,000$139,000$139,000
52531Albia, IA 5253120.0 mi20$4,821,380$147,950$241,069
52567Libertyville, IA 5256720.2 mi3$432,501$154,500$144,167
52537Bloomfield, IA 5253720.9 mi24$5,408,544$165,000$225,356
52551Douds, IA 5255122.8 mi1$125,000$125,000$125,000
52571Moravia, IA 5257123.6 mi19$8,915,085$388,500$469,215
50268What Cheer, IA 5026825.7 mi3$846,999$220,000$282,333
52535Birmingham, IA 5253527.2 mi2$12,948,000$6,474,000$6,474,000

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 123 active listings in OTTUMWA, IA (zip code 52501), compared to 135 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in OTTUMWA, IA 52501 is $155,500 as of March 2026, a 3.9% increase from $149,700 the prior year.

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

Homes in OTTUMWA, IA 52501 spend an average of 63 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 76 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 March 2026, OTTUMWA, IA 52501 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 63 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

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 $3,110 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $155,500. 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.