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Emmet County, IA real estate

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Emmet County real estate Market Report.

Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Emmet County real estate market, updated for October 2025. *

The typical home value in Emmet County is projected to be $84,380 for the month of September. August’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the county to be $110,000—down 31.25% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, state-level data pegged home values at $251,700 in Iowa for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $251,500 in September.

Emmet County had 15 new listings and 17 listings that went under contract in August, increasing the area’s total available inventory to 23—up 9.52% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further increased in September.

Of those 23 active listings, 21.74% reduced their price in the month of August. The median listing price for homes in Emmet County grew 62.61% from July to August, bringing the current median listing price to $187,000. Based on projected data for September, listing prices may continue to grow.

The number of days that homes have been on the market prior to going under contract fell year-over-year. In August 2025, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 52 days, compared to 58 days in August 2024. However, in recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be rising. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this September.

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Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.

* Data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage.

Learn more about what Emmet County has to offer.

Emmet County offers residents a welcoming, close-knit community, abundant outdoor recreation, affordable living, and convenient access to essential services that support a high quality of life.

Emmet County rewards everyday life with big-sky views, clear lakes, and welcoming communities like Estherville, Armstrong, and Ringsted. Weekends often start on the trails and prairie overlooks of Fort Defiance State Park, a local favorite for hiking, birding, and fall color, and continue on the Des Moines River or at Okamanpeedan (Tuttle) Lake for paddling and fishing. You’re also a short drive from the Iowa Great Lakes in Dickinson County, expanding your options for beaches, boating, and year-round festivals.

Families appreciate strong schools and lifelong learning options. The Estherville Lincoln Central Community School District offers academics, arts, and competitive athletics, while the North Union Community School District serves the eastern end of the county with small-school attentiveness. For career training and transfer degrees, the Estherville campus of Iowa Lakes Community College anchors regional workforce programs. Local healthcare is close to home at Avera Holy Family Hospital, and county departments, conservation areas, and services are easy to navigate through the county government.

Community spirit shows up in seasonal celebrations, farmer’s markets, and downtown events supported by the Estherville Area Chamber of Commerce. Housing choices range from historic homes to acreage properties, with quick commutes and room to spread out. Whether you’re relocating or right-sizing, Agent Pronto can connect you with a top local real estate professional to guide your purchase or sale.

External resources: - Fort Defiance State Park: https://www.iowadnr.gov/Places-to-Go/State-Parks/Iowa-State-Parks/Fort-Defiance-State-Park - Estherville Lincoln Central Community School District: https://www.elc-csd.org/ - North Union Community School District: https://www.northunion.k12.ia.us/ - Iowa Lakes Community College (Estherville): https://www.iowalakes.edu/about/campuses/estherville-campus/ - Avera Holy Family Hospital: https://www.avera.org/locations/avera-holy-family-hospital/ - Emmet County government: https://emmetcounty.iowa.gov/ - Estherville Area Chamber of Commerce: https://www.estherville.org/

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