Is Van Meter, IA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Van Meter is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since August 2023

At the same time last year, Van Meter was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Van Meter is a Neutral Housing Market, which means prices tend to be reasonable and homes stay on the market for a typical length of time.

Housing Prices in Van Meter, IA

How much do homes in Van Meter, IA cost?

Median Sold Price

$305,000

$230/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since August 2023

-$35,121(-10.3%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Van Meter have sold for 10.3% less than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Van Meter was $305,000 in August 2024, down 10.3% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $230.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2023Aug 2024CHANGE
1 --
N/A
2 $263.2K-
N/A
3 $277.7K$284.9K
+2.6%
4 $422.2K$320K
-24.2%
5+ $712.5K$680K
-4.6%

Summary: Van Meter housing prices by bedroom type for August 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes did not change, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.6%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 24.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 4.6%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Van Meter Township
+1.1%
Van Meter
-10.3%
Van Meter
-15.4%

Housing Supply in Van Meter, IA

How many homes are available in Van Meter, IA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Jul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
2625-3.8%

Summary: The Van Meter real estate market had 25 homes for sale in August 2024, a 3.8% decrease compared to July 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSJul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 01
+100.0%
3 1312
-7.7%
4 76
-14.3%
5+ 66
0.0%

Summary: The Van Meter housing inventory by bedroom type for August 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes increased by 100%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 7.7%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 14.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Jul 2024Aug 2024CHANGE
440.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

2 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Van Meter, you may be able to get a good deal. 50% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 4 homes were sold or pending in Van Meter in August 2024, the same as the previous month. Of the 4 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 50% were sold at asking, and 0% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Van Meter, IA

How long does it take to sell a home in Van Meter, IA?

Average Sale Time

Aug 2023Aug 2024CHANGE
82 Days76 Days-6.9%

Summary: Homes in Van Meter had an average of 76 days on market in Aug 2024, down by 6.9% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

3 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Van Meter are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During August 2024, 4 homes were sold in Van Meter; 75% of homes were sold within 30 days, 0% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 25% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 19 Days Ago

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