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ELBOW LAKE, MN 56531

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
13
⇧ 333.3% vs 3 last year
Pending
4
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$190,000
⇧ 36.7% vs $138,950 last year
Average Price
$190,225
⇧ 36.9% vs $138,933 last year
Days on Market
100
⇧ 61.3% vs 62 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,915  ·  Density: 4.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $68,056

Typical home value: $161,116  ·  Homeownership: 77.0%

Market Analysis

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

The ELBOW LAKE, MN real estate market (56531) currently shows 13 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 100 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 100 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 36.7% year-over-year, from $138,950 to $190,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 13 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 100 now vs 62 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $190,000 (+36.7% YoY)
  • Average: $190,225 (+36.9% 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 29.7 miles — 89 listings ($26,645,081 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
56531Elbow Lake, MN 565310.0 mi13$2,472,925$190,000$190,225
56590Wendell, MN 565909.1 mi1$134,900$134,900$134,900
56324Dalton, MN 5632412.6 mi1$427,450$427,450$427,450
56326Evansville, MN 5632614.5 mi2$404,800$202,400$202,400
56315Brandon, MN 5631518.8 mi3$1,372,200$457,400$457,400
56235Donnelly, MN 5623519.7 mi1$43,000$43,000$43,000
56537Fergus Falls, MN 5653720.5 mi37$12,351,488$330,000$333,824
56332Garfield, MN 5633223.0 mi1$210,000$210,000$210,000
56327Farwell, MN 5632723.9 mi1$269,900$269,900$269,900
56515Battle Lake, MN 5651524.8 mi16$6,298,928$259,900$393,683
56323Cyrus, MN 5632327.6 mi3$617,850$205,950$205,950
56267Morris, MN 5626728.1 mi9$1,862,640$202,950$206,960
56533Elizabeth, MN 5653329.7 mi1$179,000$179,000$179,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELBOW LAKE, MN 56531?

As of January 2026, there are 13 active listings in ELBOW LAKE, MN (zip code 56531), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELBOW LAKE, MN 56531?

The median listing price in ELBOW LAKE, MN 56531 is $190,000 as of January 2026, a 36.7% increase from $138,950 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in ELBOW LAKE, MN?

Homes in ELBOW LAKE, MN 56531 spend an average of 100 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 62 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELBOW LAKE, MN 56531?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ELBOW LAKE, MN 56531 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 100 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in ELBOW LAKE, MN?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELBOW LAKE, MN 56531 save an estimated $3,800 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $190,000. 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.