“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! 🏡❤️”
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Patterson
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Patterson
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Patterson
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Patterson
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Patterson
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Patterson
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jun 2026 - Aug 2026).
Inventory in Patterson is limited but building compared with last year. Active listings in the latest rolling three-month period are up more than 150 percent year over year, yet that still translates to only about five homes on the market. Months of supply has expanded sharply to around 9.6 months, pointing to more options than buyers have seen recently.
Contract activity has been mixed in this rolling three-month window. Pending sales have more than doubled year over year, even though just one home closed in the most recent three-month stretch and new listings are down compared with the prior three months. Typical days on market have eased from a year ago, moving from the low 70s to about 60 days.
Prices are reacting to these shifts in inventory and demand. The typical home value is up more than 50 percent year over year, even as the median list price has dropped nearly 20 percent over the same period, suggesting sellers are pricing more cautiously while closed sales reflect higher-value properties. Despite that gap, the average sale-to-list ratio is still close to 99 percent, indicating sellers generally receive very near their asking price. With a seller-leaning market gauge but more supply coming online, both buyers and sellers can benefit from an Agent Pronto–recommended real estate agent who understands Patterson’s latest trends.
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!”
“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!!!”
“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.”
“She did go really far out of her way to show a house and had really good input on things we didn't notice”
“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.”
“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!”
“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.”
“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!”
“Enjoyed working with Rich and his team. Our acreage sold quickly and we received multiple offers.”
“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.”
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