“Excellent experience with John. Only thing we'd preferred would have been to not have to close in Burlington. Thank you.”
Century 21
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Marion County real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Marion County real estate market. *
Latest Monthly Snapshot
July 2026
Median sale price
$300K
-1.4%
from
Jun '26
Median list price
$305K
+5.5%
from
Jun '26
Active listings
143
-9.5%
from
Jun '26
Homes sold
48
+33%
from
Jun '26
New pendings
34
-29%
from
Jun '26
New listings
36
-7.7%
from
Jun '26
Monthly Pricing Trends for Marion County
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Median sale price
Median list price
Monthly Inventory and Sales Activity for Marion County
Monthly supply and activity totals for the latest available year.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
42
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
0
20
40
60
80
100
0
25
50
75
100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026).
Year over year, Marion County’s typical home value is up modestly, rising about 6 percent to roughly $300,000 in July 2026, while the median list price has climbed much faster, up about 22 percent. Compared with the state overall, local prices now sit higher than Iowa’s median sale price, pointing to relatively strong values in this county.
In the latest monthly snapshot, inventory has grown compared with last year but slipped about 9 percent from June to 143 active listings, keeping options somewhat limited. Months of supply has tightened to 2.3, down sharply from a year ago and below the state’s 3.5 months, which supports the current seller’s market label even as conditions evolve month to month.
Sales activity has picked up, with homes sold jumping more than 30 percent from last year, yet new listings are down nearly 8 percent and pending sales are essentially flat. With a median of 29 days on market, only about 13 percent of homes closing above list price and an average sale-to-list ratio under 98 percent, buyers gain a bit more room to negotiate while sellers still benefit from relatively swift deals. Buyers and sellers who want to navigate these shifting dynamics in Marion County can use Agent Pronto to connect with a local real estate agent who understands this market.
Learn more about what Marion County has to offer.
Marion County offers the people who live there a welcoming, close-knit community, ample outdoor recreation, and growing opportunities across education, work, and culture.
Marion County offers a practical balance of small‑town life and regional access, with communities like Knoxville and Pella linked by major routes to Des Moines and Polk County. Daily commutes are straightforward, and residents benefit from medical care at Knoxville Hospital & Clinics and Pella Regional Health Center, along with a variety of local shops, services, and dining.
Outdoor recreation is a major draw. Lake Red Rock provides boating, camping, and miles of trails, including the Volksweg Trail. Families appreciate well regarded schools such as Pella Community Schools and Knoxville Community Schools, while community events and festivals offer regular, low key entertainment. Local amenities like the Pella Public Library and Knoxville Public Library support education and remote work needs.
Each town in Marion County has its own character. Knoxville appeals to motorsports fans with the Knoxville Raceway, while Pella is known for its Dutch‑inspired downtown, bakeries, and walkable streets. Nearby Warren County and Mahaska County widen job and recreation options without sacrificing a manageable cost of living.
Whether you are moving into Marion County or considering a change across town, the right local agent can translate school boundaries, commute patterns, and neighborhood nuances into confident decisions. Agent Pronto connects buyers and sellers with agents who know the area well, helping reduce stress at every step of the real estate process.
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“Mallori was a pleasure to work with. She made herself available, and if she wasn't available she notified me when she would be. I always felt comfortable that she had my best interest at heart.”
Century 21 ProLink
“Matt Wikert was great to work with. He was able to guide us through the whole process even with some "hiccups" along the way! His knowledge of the area also helped. It was a pleasure to have him as our agent. Highly recommend to anyone.”
RE/MAX Concepts
“Isaiah is great to work with and I will continue to work with him on future real estate deals!”
Century 21 Signature Real Estate
“Jess Jager was absolutely fantastic to work with throughout our home purchase. Since the property was over three hours away, she went above and beyond by driving there to do a detailed video walkthrough for us, which gave us the confidence to move forward before making the trip ourselves. She was always responsive, honest, and professional, and made the entire process smooth from start to finish. We truly appreciated her willingness to go the extra mile and her attention to detail. I would highly recommend Jess to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and dedicated realtor. Thank you, Jess, for making our lake house purchase such a great experience!”
Century 21 ProLink
“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
“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.”
Ruhl & Ruhl Realtors
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