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BLAKESBURG, IA 52536

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Wapello County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇧ 100% vs 1 last year
Pending
1
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$290,000
⇩ 21.4% vs $369,000 last year
Average Price
$290,000
⇩ 21.4% vs $369,000 last year
Days on Market
225
⇧ 508.1% vs 37 days last year

Market Context

Population: 701  ·  Density: 4.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $52,900

Typical home value: $137,172  ·  Homeownership: 85.3%

Market Analysis

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

The BLAKESBURG, IA real estate market (52536) currently shows 2 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 225 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 225 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 21.4% year-over-year, from $369,000 to $290,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 1 last year
  • Days on market: 225 now vs 37 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $290,000 (-21.4% YoY)
  • Average: $290,000 (-21.4% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 28.4 miles — 101 listings ($23,493,244 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52536Blakesburg, IA 525360.0 mi2$580,000$290,000$290,000
52552Drakesville, IA 525529.2 mi1$54,900$54,900$54,900
52531Albia, IA 5253111.5 mi17$3,921,254$162,000$230,662
52553Eddyville, IA 5255313.7 mi3$647,850$215,950$215,950
52537Bloomfield, IA 5253718.4 mi25$4,996,900$167,000$199,876
52554Eldon, IA 5255420.1 mi2$349,998$174,999$174,999
52561Fremont, IA 5256120.7 mi1$124,750$124,750$124,750
52577Oskaloosa, IA 5257722.1 mi43$11,392,592$200,000$264,944
52534Beacon, IA 5253422.4 mi1$150,000$150,000$150,000
52595University Park, IA 5259523.2 mi2$276,000$138,000$138,000
52555Exline, IA 5255523.9 mi2$420,000$210,000$210,000
52586Rose Hill, IA 5258628.3 mi1$390,000$390,000$390,000
52550Delta, IA 5255028.4 mi1$189,000$189,000$189,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BLAKESBURG, IA 52536?

As of January 2026, there are 2 active listings in BLAKESBURG, IA (zip code 52536), compared to 1 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BLAKESBURG, IA 52536?

The median listing price in BLAKESBURG, IA 52536 is $290,000 as of January 2026, a 21.4% decrease from $369,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in BLAKESBURG, IA 52536 spend an average of 225 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 37 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BLAKESBURG, IA 52536?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BLAKESBURG, IA 52536 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 225 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BLAKESBURG, IA 52536 save an estimated $5,800 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $290,000. 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.