Is Iowa City, IA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Iowa City is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since April 2023

Since last year, Iowa City has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Iowa City is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Iowa City, IA

How much do homes in Iowa City, IA cost?

Median Sold Price

$302,500

$167/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since April 2023

+$27,500(+10.0%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Iowa City have sold for 10% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Iowa City was $302,500 in April 2024, up 10% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $167.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2023Apr 2024CHANGE
1 $151.2K$172K
+13.7%
2 $193.4K$183K
-5.4%
3 $240K$277.4K
+15.6%
4 $343K$355K
+3.5%
5+ $452.5K$466.3K
+3.1%

Summary: Iowa City housing prices by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 13.7%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 5.4%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 15.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 3.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 3.1%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Coralville
+18.9%
Iowa City
+10.0%
West Lucas Township
+6.1%

Housing Supply in Iowa City, IA

How many homes are available in Iowa City, IA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Mar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
9592-3.2%

Summary: The Iowa City real estate market had 92 homes for sale in April 2024, a 3.2% decrease compared to March 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
1 21
-50.0%
2 1918
-5.3%
3 2625
-3.8%
4 2424
0.0%
5+ 2424
0.0%

Summary: The Iowa City housing inventory by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 50%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 5.3%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 3.8%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Mar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
18180.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

6 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

6 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

6 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Iowa City, you may be able to get a good deal. 33.3% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 18 homes were sold or pending in Iowa City in April 2024, the same as the previous month. Of the 18 sold homes, 33% were sold under asking, 33% were sold at asking, and 33% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Iowa City, IA

How long does it take to sell a home in Iowa City, IA?

Average Sale Time

Apr 2023Apr 2024CHANGE
28 Days29 Days+3.3%

Summary: Homes in Iowa City had an average of 29 days on market in Apr 2024, up by 3.3% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

10 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

5 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During April 2024, 18 homes were sold in Iowa City; 56% of homes were sold within 30 days, 28% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 11% of homes were sold over 90 days.

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

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