Stay informed with the latest real estate trends in Polk County! This weekly snapshot gives you up-to-date insights on home prices, inventory, days on market, and more—so whether you're buying, selling, or just curious, you can make confident, well-informed decisions.
Polk County continues to show steady pricing with moderate growth and healthy buyer activity. Days on market remain manageable, inventory is balanced, and homes are still selling close to list price. Whether you are buying or selling, the current market offers solid opportunities on both sides, and I am here to guide you through your next move.
Monday Market Update: Polk County, IA - (October 2025 • RPR Data)
Homes for sale: 2,263 (up 1.2 percent month over month)
New to market: 1,034 (up 10.5 percent month over month)
Median days on market: 34 (up 6.25 percent)
Median home price (sold): $309,000 (up 1.3 percent)
Median list price: $299,900 (up 2.6 percent)
Price per square foot, active: $220 (up 0.9 percent)
Price per square foot, sold: $213 (up 0.9 percent)
Homes sold: 600 (up 6.1 percent)
Median sold-to-list price: 97.9 percent (up 0.7 percent)
Months of inventory: 3.43 (slightly up, indicating a balanced but seller-leaning market)