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FREMONT, IA 52561

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Mahaska County
Balanced Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The FREMONT, IA real estate market (52561) currently shows 2 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 65 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 21.2% year-over-year, from $211,225 to $166,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,054  ·  Density: 10.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $54,821

Typical home value: $104,044  ·  Homeownership: 62.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇩ 33.3% vs 3 last year
Pending
1
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$166,500
⇩ 21.2% vs $211,225 last year
Average Price
$166,500
⇩ 17.2% vs $201,208 last year
Days on Market
65
⇧ 58.5% vs 41 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$143
⇧ 2.1% vs $140/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,248 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 65 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $166,500 (-21.2% YoY)
  • Average: $166,500 (-17.2% 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 25.7 miles — 48 listings ($10,720,904 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52561Fremont, IA 525610.0 mi1$120,000$120,000$120,000
52586Rose Hill, IA 525868.7 mi1$390,000$390,000$390,000
52595University Park, IA 5259510.2 mi2$268,450$134,225$134,225
52553Eddyville, IA 5255312.3 mi2$579,800$289,900$289,900
50268What Cheer, IA 5026813.5 mi3$846,999$220,000$282,333
52576Ollie, IA 5257617.1 mi3$862,500$287,500$287,500
52530Agency, IA 5253017.7 mi3$808,500$269,500$269,500
50136Keswick, IA 5013618.9 mi4$729,200$179,000$182,300
52536Blakesburg, IA 5253620.7 mi2$580,000$290,000$290,000
52554Eldon, IA 5255423.1 mi5$403,375$70,400$80,675
52531Albia, IA 5253123.7 mi20$4,821,380$147,950$241,069
52222Deep River, IA 5222225.1 mi1$283,700$283,700$283,700
52335South English, IA 5233525.7 mi1$27,000$27,000$27,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FREMONT, IA 52561?

As of September 2026, there are 2 active listings in FREMONT, IA (zip code 52561), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FREMONT, IA 52561?

The median listing price in FREMONT, IA 52561 is $166,500 as of September 2026, a 21.2% decrease from $211,225 the prior year.

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

Homes in FREMONT, IA 52561 spend an average of 65 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 FREMONT, IA 52561?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, FREMONT, IA 52561 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

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