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* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.

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Iowa City real estate Market Report.

Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Iowa City real estate market, updated for March 2026. *

The typical home value in Iowa City is projected to be $301,000 for the month of February. January’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the city to be $287,500—up 6.88% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, county-level data pegged home values at $327,750 in Johnson County for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $318,630 in February.

Iowa City had 90 new listings and 38 listings that went under contract in January, decreasing the area’s total available inventory to 191—down 7.28% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further decreased in February.

Of those 191 active listings, 11.52% reduced their price in the month of January. The median listing price for homes in Iowa City grew 7.02% from December to January, bringing the current median listing price to $304,900. Based on projected data for February, listing prices may continue to grow.

The number of days that homes have been on the market prior to going under contract rose year-over-year. In January 2026, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 55 days, compared to 41 days in January 2025. In recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be increasing. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this February.

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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 Iowa City has to offer.

Iowa City offers a vibrant, livable community with strong education, a thriving arts and literary scene, abundant parks and neighborhoods, and a welcoming, engaged population that makes everyday life feel connected and meaningful.

Iowa City stands apart from nearby Cedar Rapids and Coralville as a true university town with a strong cultural identity and an easy, walkable core. Home to the University of Iowa, it blends academic energy with a stable local economy, a rare mix in the region.

Downtown is anchored by the historic Pedestrian Mall, where independent shops, public art, and outdoor patios create a year round gathering place. Residents enjoy a rich arts scene that includes the Iowa City Public Library and the renowned Iowa Writers’ Workshop, helping the city earn recognition as a UNESCO City of Literature.

Outdoor access is a major part of daily life. Popular spots like Terry Trueblood Recreation Area and Hickory Hill Park offer trails, water access, and open space within minutes of established neighborhoods. Families appreciate strong local schools such as City High School, while commuters benefit from Iowa City Transit connections throughout the community.

Whether you are weighing a move from nearby Johnson County communities or already living in Iowa City, timing and preparation are crucial in this competitive, seasonally influenced market. Partnering with the right local expert through Agent Pronto helps both buyers and sellers navigate inventory, pricing, and strategy with confidence.

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“I had an amazing experience working with Jess Jager as my real estate agent. From the beginning, Jess was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer any questions I had. The whole process can sometimes feel overwhelming, but Jess made everything simple, clear, and stress-free. What really stood out was her dedication and attention to detail. She truly cared about making sure everything went smoothly and that I understood every step along the way. Her communication was excellent, and I always felt like she had my best interests in mind. Because of Jess’s hard work and guidance, the entire experience turned out better than I expected. I would highly recommend Jess Jager to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. If you want someone who is honest, hardworking, and truly committed to their clients, she is the person to go”

Ricardo Gutierrez · Sioux City, IA

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Century 21 ProLink
“Mallori was very proffesional and straightforward. Got me the information that I needed to make decisions in a very timely manner. I felt like she gave me helpful information and I trusted her knowledge of the area and market. I would highly recommend her and her team.”

Jack Garber · Sergeant Bluff, IA

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Century 21 ProLink
“This is the 10th house I have bought over a period of many years, working with many realtors. Without question, Isiah was the best by far and away. No question, nor any concern, no matter how small was out of reach for him. i highly recommend him.”

Jerry Stremel · West Des Moines, IA

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Century 21 Signature Real Estate
“We were really pleased with Joe Hoagland's service. He responded quickly with any questions, made time in his schedule to show various homes when we were in Omaha. Joe even FaceTimed with us, at times when we could not be in Omaha, to show us homes we were interested in. He met with our daughter and son to view homes and FaceTimed with us. Joe was also very honest with us. Often times, he noticed little imperfections that were not obvious to us. He advised us on offering prices. Joe was the exact type of realtor for us! He was a pleasure to work with!”

Judy H. · Omaha, NE

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Berkshire Hathaway Ambassador Real Estate
“Lacie was amazing throughout the whole buying experience as a first-time home owner. She made every effort to keep me informed during our buying process and shown her expertise when any questions arose. When there were some questions she couldn't answer she was able to defer me to the appriorate subject-matter expert whether it was an electrician for electrical questions/work to inspection questions. She was absolutely fantastic to work with and would highly recommend her to friends and family that are looking to buy/sell now and later! Thank you Lacie Shelby for working with my partner and I. Thank you even more for making our first home purchase worth it!”

Michael Pham · Des Moines, IA

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Iowa Realty
“Presley went out of her way to provide us with the best service possible. Very respectful and considerate. I would highly recommend Presley to anyone looking for property within her location to anyone. She is amazing! Cares for her clients and it shows!!!”

Tammie Illg · Diagonal, IA

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Iowa Realty Indianola
“Wendy Beal was knowledgeable and very proffesional. Her familiarity of the Ankeny market and current trends were of great help in setting the strategy for selling our home. We would highly recommend Wendy Beal for anybody looking to buy or sell in central Iowa.”

Bob and Debbie · Ankeny, IA

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Iowa Realty
“She did go really far out of her way to show a house and had really good input on things we didn't notice”

Karl Andrews · IA

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Berkshire Hathaway BHHS First Realty
“Deanna was amazing! She listened to me & understood my goals. She answered all questions & was respectful of my wants & needs. She was quick with responses & was there for me every step of the process.”

D Gordon · Indianola, IA

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Century 21 Signature Real Estate
“To whom it my concern, It is our immense pleasure to recommend Viola Salvato as a real estate agent for any individual or family searching for the ideal home. Viola had an initial meeting with us regarding our specific needs in a home as well as our budgetary limits. She is highly talented and immediately found us numerous listings of homes. She did not waste our time with homes that were not in line with our needs. Viola is a master with contract negotiation she came up with a deal that was good for us as well as making the seller happy. She knows the area like the back of her hand and there is nothing that escapes her attention when it comes to properties for sale in this area. We found Viola to be a highly attentive agent, almost as if we were her only customers, although we know that was not the case. She returned all phone calls and emails the same day. We never felt neglected or unimportant. She also is highly personable with an engaging personality. She is hands down the best!”

Scott Wilberg ·

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Iowa Realty
“Dakotah was amazing to work with! Dakotah was referred to us by someone and we will continue to refer him to others. Knowledgeable about the Des Moines area and homes in the area. Always felt that Dakotah was looking out for us as first time home buyers and helped us explain the home buying process in great detail. When we do decide to sell our incredible home, we will surely work with Dakotah again!”

Annette · Ankeny, IA

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Iowa Realty
“Roger was very responsive to our house selling & buying needs. He also presented to us additional options on other properties to consider besides the ones we found of interest to your.”

Steven Johnson · Ankeny, IA

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Iowa Realty
“Matt cares deeply about his clients and is as trustworthy as they come. He was a fantastic guide and advisor through our home buying process. We ran into a number of snafus and hiccups but he navigated us through them to secure a good deal. Highly recommend Matt!”

Jacob Olson · Adel, IA

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Berkshire Hathaway Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
“I enjoyed working with David. He was always friendly and answered any questions that I asked. David was very knowledgeable and patient. He helped make the sale quick and easy. Would recommend him to anyone needing his service. I am thankful that we had him.”

Janet H. · Rock Island, IL

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Currents & Keys Realty
“Agent Pronto gave me Toni Delfs name to help us find a home. She was a real delight to work with. She listened to our needs and wants, as well as what we did not want. We found our home and Toni was there to help with the whole process. She answered questions and was a wonderful bridge to all the people we dealt with along the way. Toni is the perfect person to help you find your next home and she gets the highest of marks for all her hard work. Thank you, Toni!”

Mark & Julie F. · Sioux City, IA

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Keller Williams Siouxland & Okoboji
“Nate Holler was very friendly, yet professional, each time I talked with him.”

Julie B. · Cedar Rapids, IA

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Intrepid Real Estate
“I'm extremely thankful to have been connected to my realtor, Sam, using Agent Pronto. You never know with some of these free online services just who they will be connecting you with, and since home buying involves a great deal of money, it is imperative to find the right agent. Sam was exactly who I needed to help me along this journey. She's so immensely helpful, doesn't sugarcoat the facts, and is really your very own personal real estate champion. I couldn't be more impressed or happy with my experience.”

Sam C. · Omaha, NE

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Platinum Realty
“We had a very quick response from 2 agents. Lisa was first and had a property for us to look at. She learned a lot about us and what we wanted during that first walk through. She quickly found another, more suitable property. We spent lots of time e-mailing and calling and figuring things out. By the time we went to see the current property, she was pretty sure we would like it. I really liked it from the first look but, by the time I saw my "new sewing room" and walked the large yard, I was in love. It gave me a very peaceful feeling and I felt bonded to it, it was the place I needed right now. Things do go fast these days but we spent less than a month on this and Lisa is still there for us.”

Deborah J H. · Oxford, IA

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Ruhl & Ruhl Realtors
“Brenda Charlson is a terrific realtor. We are moving next Tuesday from Illinois to Iowa and Brenda helped us buy a house VIRTUALLY! She guided and advised us all along the way, set up and conducted virtual tours for us, and even helped us to find local handymen in Iowa so our home will be clean and ready to go when we move in next week. HIGHLY recommended.”

Nicholas T. · Dubuque, IA

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RE/MAX Advantage Realty
“Enjoyed working with Rich and his team. Our acreage sold quickly and we received multiple offers.”

Lois D. · Pleasantville, IA

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RE/MAX Concepts

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