“Isaiah is great to work with and I will continue to work with him on future real estate deals!”
Century 21 Signature Real Estate
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Patterson real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Patterson real estate market. *
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Patterson
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Patterson
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Patterson
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Patterson
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Patterson
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Patterson
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
New listings
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Neutral Market
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Buyer’s Market
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Apr 2026 - Jun 2026).
Inventory in Patterson has expanded notably in this rolling three-month view. Active listings are up sharply from a year ago, rising more than fourfold to 5 homes. New listings have also more than tripled year over year, indicating more owners are deciding to test the market.
Pricing is reacting to this shift with substantial gains despite the larger number of homes available. The rolling three-month median list price is up roughly 35 percent compared with a year earlier, moving from about $250,000 last June to just over $330,000 this June. Historical data shows median list prices climbing from around $200,000 at the end of 2023 to the low- to mid-$300,000s in 2026, even as inventory has generally trended higher.
Contract activity looks steadier than pricing, with pending sales roughly flat year over year in the latest three-month window, even after a recent month-to-month dip. Past quarters illustrate how a small number of sales can influence metrics, with days on market ranging from just over a week in mid-2024 to around 70 days by early 2026 as supply loosened. The market gauge currently points to a neutral environment, suggesting neither buyers nor sellers have a clear upper hand. Both buyers and sellers in Patterson can benefit from Agent Pronto connecting them with a knowledgeable local agent who understands these evolving conditions.
Learn more about what Patterson has to offer.
Patterson offers residents a close-knit community with convenient local amenities, pleasant parks, and regular hometown events that foster neighborly connection.
Patterson feels distinctly rural and close knit compared with larger nearby communities like West Des Moines or Winterset. Here, neighbors tend to know one another, gravel roads are part of daily life, and open fields define the skyline. Many residents value the quiet setting and easy access to bigger town amenities along Highway 169 and into the Des Moines metro.
Life here often revolves around Madison County traditions. Residents head to Winterset City Park and the famous covered bridges, attend small school events through the Winterset Community School District, or spend weekends exploring nearby Badger Creek State Recreation Area for fishing, kayaking, and wildlife viewing. Daily routines frequently include quick trips into Madison County hubs for groceries, services, and local diners.
Homes in Patterson range from long held family properties to acreages and newer builds that appeal to buyers seeking space and privacy. Inventory can be limited, so serious buyers benefit from clear priorities about land, outbuildings, and commute times to places like Norwalk or Van Meter. Sellers gain an advantage by understanding how their property compares to options in Earlham or Martensdale, and by preparing for appraisals that reflect both house and land value.
In a small market like Patterson, timing, pricing, and local insight matter. Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with an agent who knows how to navigate this unique rural community.
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“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
“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
“Enjoyed working with Rich and his team. Our acreage sold quickly and we received multiple offers.”
RE/MAX Concepts
“Julie really knows how to market a property and obtain a ton of exposure. She was extremely helpful and insightful in selling my house. She also really cares for her clients.”
Iowa Realty
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