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BURLINGTON, IA 52601

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
132
⇩ 8.3% vs 144 last year
Pending
29
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$115,000
⇩ 14.8% vs $134,900 last year
Average Price
$180,255
⇩ 10.9% vs $202,291 last year
Days on Market
74
⇧ 13.8% vs 65 days last year

Market Context

Population: 27,592  ·  Density: 97.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $53,827

Typical home value: $121,233  ·  Homeownership: 69.2%

Market Analysis

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

The BURLINGTON, IA real estate market (52601) currently shows 132 active listings, with 29 pending sales. Homes are averaging 74 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 74 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 14.8% year-over-year, from $134,900 to $115,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 132 this year vs 144 last year
  • Days on market: 74 now vs 65 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $115,000 (-14.8% YoY)
  • Average: $180,255 (-10.9% 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 21.9 miles — 246 listings ($44,619,219 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52601Burlington, IA 526010.0 mi132$23,793,660$115,000$180,255
61437Gladstone, IL 614376.4 mi1$90,000$90,000$90,000
52637Mediapolis, IA 5263711.4 mi7$2,238,250$339,000$319,750
52658Wever, IA 5265812.3 mi4$1,706,000$487,000$426,500
61469Oquawka, IL 6146912.8 mi3$409,701$89,900$136,567
61480Stronghurst, IL 6148013.6 mi4$498,000$114,000$124,500
52645New London, IA 5264515.7 mi6$1,412,058$229,900$235,343
52627Fort Madison, IA 5262718.5 mi70$10,888,150$149,000$155,545
62330Dallas City, IL 6233019.6 mi8$1,589,600$139,000$198,700
52656West Point, IA 5265620.0 mi5$1,379,900$257,450$275,980
52644Mount Union, IA 5264420.4 mi2$263,900$131,950$131,950
61453Little York, IL 6145321.2 mi1$125,000$125,000$125,000
61476Seaton, IL 6147621.9 mi3$225,000$75,000$75,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BURLINGTON, IA 52601?

As of January 2026, there are 132 active listings in BURLINGTON, IA (zip code 52601), compared to 144 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BURLINGTON, IA 52601?

The median listing price in BURLINGTON, IA 52601 is $115,000 as of January 2026, a 14.8% decrease from $134,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in BURLINGTON, IA 52601 spend an average of 74 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 65 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BURLINGTON, IA 52601?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BURLINGTON, IA 52601 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 74 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BURLINGTON, IA 52601 save an estimated $2,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $115,000. 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.