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Downtown Iowa City real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Downtown Iowa City real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Median sale price
$320K
+12%
from Q2 '26
Median list price
$886K
+86%
from Q2 '26
Active listings
12
-29%
from Q2 '26
Homes sold
7
+17%
from Q2 '26
New pendings
3
-57%
from Q2 '26
New listings
3
No change
from Q2 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Downtown Iowa City
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Downtown Iowa City
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Downtown Iowa City
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Downtown Iowa City
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Downtown Iowa City
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Downtown Iowa City
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
40
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
0
20
40
60
80
100
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25
50
75
100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).
Downtown Iowa City currently leans toward sellers, with the market gauge signaling a seller’s market. Months of supply sit at 3.7 in this rolling three-month view, higher than the broader Iowa City figure of 2.3 but still not favoring buyers. Homes are typically taking about 80 days to sell, so properties are moving, but not extremely quickly.
Looking at prices, the typical home value over the last three months is about $320,000, down sharply from the same period a year ago, when it was closer to the mid-$500,000s. Even with that year-over-year decline, the median list price has edged up a bit compared with last year, indicating that some sellers are still testing higher price points. Compared with the prior three-month period ending in June, list prices in this latest window are much higher, while the number of active listings has decreased, suggesting a smaller but more expensive pool of homes.
Sales activity has picked up meaningfully in this rolling three-month view, with homes sold increasing dramatically from a year ago and more than half of recent sales closing above asking price. The share of homes selling above list has climbed to nearly 57 percent, and the average sale-to-list ratio is essentially at 100 percent, both signals that well-priced homes are drawing solid demand. Buyers and sellers who want to navigate these conditions smoothly can turn to Agent Pronto to match them with an experienced local agent.
Learn more about what Downtown Iowa City has to offer.
Downtown Iowa City offers residents a vibrant, walkable core with locally owned shops, diverse dining, a thriving arts and culture scene, convenient services, and easy access to parks and transit that foster a strong, connected community.
Downtown Iowa City feels distinct from nearby Coralville or North Liberty because it blends a major university core with a compact, walkable arts and dining district. Life here revolves around the Pedestrian Mall, a car-free plaza lined with local restaurants, public art, and seasonal events that keep the streets active in every season.
Anchored by the University of Iowa campus and Old Capitol Museum, Downtown offers an urban lifestyle with a strong sense of local identity. Residents frequent Prairie Lights Books and the Iowa City Public Library for readings, workshops, and quiet study time. Dining and nightlife range from casual staples to chef-driven spots, with live music venues and coffee shops that draw both students and long-time locals.
Green space is never far. Riverfront trails along the Iowa River connect Downtown with nearby parks and neighborhoods like Iowa City and Johnson County. Cultural and sports fans enjoy easy access to Hancher Auditorium and Hawkeye games, all within a short walk or bus ride using Iowa City Transit.
Because Downtown Iowa City remains highly walkable and closely tied to the university calendar, housing demand can move quickly. Whether you are planning to buy a condo near the Ped Mall or sell a long-held property, timing and preparation matter. Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with an agent who understands this dynamic Downtown market.
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“We always have the best experience working with Jess Jager! She is always quick to respond to our questions and is very professional in all aspects of the buying/selling process. We have already recommeded her and her team to several friends and family!”
Century 21 ProLink
“I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better realtor. From the very beginning, I felt like I was working with someone who genuinely cared about me and what I was looking for—not just someone trying to close a deal. Isaiah was always there when I had questions, he kept me informed throughout the process, and made me feel comfortable even when things got stressful. I really appreciated his patience, honesty, and willingness to go the extra mile. Buying a home can be overwhelming, but having the right person by your side makes such a difference. I’m so grateful for all their help and for making the whole experience such a positive one. I would absolutely recommend Isaiah Thomas to anyone looking to buy or sell a home! 🏡❤️”
Century 21 Signature Real Estate
“Matt did a great job on selling my property. The advertising was excellent and didn't need to lower the price”
RE/MAX Concepts
“He and Caitlin are fun and energetic as well as very considerate of wants and needs during sale process.”
Century 21
“Jen was great to work with She is always willing to answer questions or -find the answers' for me Everything was super smooth Jen is professional and very helpful”
Hall Realty
“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!”
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!”
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!!!”
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.”
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”
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.”
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!”
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!”
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.”
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!”
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.”
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!”
Keller Williams Siouxland & Okoboji
“Nate Holler was very friendly, yet professional, each time I talked with him.”
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.”
Platinum Realty
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