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FORT MADISON, IA 52627

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
70
⇧ 55.6% vs 45 last year
Pending
13
19% pending ratio
Median Price
$149,000
⇧ 29.6% vs $115,000 last year
Average Price
$155,545
⇧ 14% vs $136,393 last year
Days on Market
75
⇩ 5.1% vs 79 days last year

Market Context

Population: 12,719  ·  Density: 76.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,533

Typical home value: $107,710  ·  Homeownership: 75.7%

Market Analysis

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

The FORT MADISON, IA real estate market (52627) currently shows 70 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 75 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 75 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 29.6% year-over-year, from $115,000 to $149,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 70 this year vs 45 last year
  • Days on market: 75 now vs 79 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $149,000 (+29.6% YoY)
  • Average: $155,545 (+14% 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 21.1 miles — 125 listings ($23,811,559 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52627Fort Madison, IA 526270.0 mi70$10,888,150$149,000$155,545
62358Niota, IL 623587.0 mi2$447,900$223,950$223,950
52656West Point, IA 526567.9 mi5$1,379,900$257,450$275,980
52639Montrose, IA 5263910.9 mi4$1,186,532$199,900$296,633
52625Donnellson, IA 5262511.5 mi8$2,121,504$172,450$265,188
52623Danville, IA 5262313.6 mi6$2,127,000$274,500$354,500
52655West Burlington, IA 5265514.9 mi13$3,458,715$219,000$266,055
61454Lomax, IL 6145416.1 mi1$70,000$70,000$70,000
61425Carman, IL 6142517.5 mi1$124,900$124,900$124,900
52649Salem, IA 5264918.2 mi2$594,500$297,250$297,250
62334Elvaston, IL 6233419.0 mi1$49,900$49,900$49,900
61450La Harpe, IL 6145020.3 mi9$989,208$97,450$109,912
63430Alexandria, MO 6343021.1 mi3$373,350$124,450$124,450

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FORT MADISON, IA 52627?

As of January 2026, there are 70 active listings in FORT MADISON, IA (zip code 52627), compared to 45 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FORT MADISON, IA 52627?

The median listing price in FORT MADISON, IA 52627 is $149,000 as of January 2026, a 29.6% increase from $115,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in FORT MADISON, IA 52627 spend an average of 75 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 79 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FORT MADISON, IA 52627?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, FORT MADISON, IA 52627 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 75 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FORT MADISON, IA 52627 save an estimated $2,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $149,000. 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.