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SALEM, IA 52649

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Henry County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The SALEM, IA real estate market (52649) currently shows 1 active listings. Homes are averaging 22 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0% year-over-year, from $144,500 to $144,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 760  ·  Density: 7.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $65,268

Typical home value: $205,164  ·  Homeownership: 92.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
1
vs 1 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$144,500
vs $144,500 last year
Average Price
$144,500
vs $144,500 last year
Days on Market
22

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$106
vs $106/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,368 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $144,500 (+0% YoY)
  • Average: $144,500 (+0% 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 22.7 miles — 74 listings ($31,519,932 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
52649Salem, IA 526490.0 mi1$144,500$144,500$144,500
52657Saint Paul, IA 526576.8 mi1$170,000$170,000$170,000
52641Mount Pleasant, IA 5264110.4 mi42$10,215,072$219,250$243,216
52625Donnellson, IA 5262512.0 mi9$2,329,092$172,000$258,788
52620Bonaparte, IA 5262013.6 mi3$1,055,001$195,000$351,667
52626Farmington, IA 5262615.5 mi2$769,000$384,500$384,500
52644Mount Union, IA 5264417.1 mi2$178,000$89,000$89,000
52535Birmingham, IA 5253518.8 mi2$12,948,000$6,474,000$6,474,000
52638Middletown, IA 5263819.1 mi1$195,500$195,500$195,500
52647Olds, IA 5264720.7 mi1$164,900$164,900$164,900
52654Wayland, IA 5265420.8 mi3$592,749$193,750$197,583
52658Wever, IA 5265822.1 mi3$1,598,250$515,250$532,750
52639Montrose, IA 5263922.7 mi4$1,159,868$179,900$289,967

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SALEM, IA 52649?

As of March 2026, there are 1 active listings in SALEM, IA (zip code 52649), compared to 1 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SALEM, IA 52649?

The median listing price in SALEM, IA 52649 is $144,500 as of March 2026, a 0% increase from $144,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in SALEM, IA 52649 spend an average of 22 days on the market before going under contract.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SALEM, IA 52649?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SALEM, IA 52649 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SALEM, IA 52649 save an estimated $2,890 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $144,500. 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.