Market Intelligence Report — IA-260

Marshalltown, IA

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-IA-09
As of the latest 2026 data
Very Competitive

Median Listing

$190K
+8.6% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.89
-12.6% YoY

Active Inventory

70
-18.2% YoY

Median DOM

41 Days
-22.5% YoY

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The Marshalltown, IA market is currently classified as Very Competitive, with a pending ratio of 0.89 indicating strong demand absorption relative to available inventory. Median listing prices have increased significantly, showing an 8.6% rise over the past year.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Marshalltown market right now.

Inventory levels continue to contract, with active listings down 18.2% year-over-year and new listings declining 26.9% over the same period. Despite a year-over-year decline in the pending ratio, the current level reflects robust demand absorption. Median days on market have decreased by 22.5% over the past year, indicating a faster transaction pace.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$190K+5.5% MoM

Active Inventory

70-18.2% YoY

Days on Market

41-22.5% YoY

Sold Score™

87-12.6% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

87
Oct 23Sep 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Oct 23Sep 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Oct 23May 24Dec 24Jul 25Feb 26Sep 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

The rapid absorption of available inventory, evidenced by the high pending ratio and declining days on market, suggests limited options for prospective purchasers. This environment places pressure on the pace of offers and necessitates price discipline from those looking to secure properties quickly. Current dynamics favor swift transactions and strong offer positions.

Luxury Segment

While the overall market shows robust demand, a notable divergence exists between median and average listing prices. The average listing price increased by 21.0% over the past year, significantly outpacing the 8.6% increase in the median listing price, suggesting a strengthening at the upper end of the price spectrum.

Supply Dynamics

70 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 38 per month.

Pricing Pressure
18.2%

of active listings carry a price reduction, +7.8% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved +3.6% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.89

Pending-to-active ratio — Very Competitive.

Recommended For This Market

Very Competitive

Selling in Marshalltown, IA? Homes here are taking 12 days less to sell than last year.

Demand in Marshalltown, IA is outpacing supply. Well-prepared listings are still clearing quickly — pricing to the current pace matters more than waiting.

Buyer Demand Index
89%
Median Days on Market
41 days
Inventory YoY
−18%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Marshalltown, IA
CBSA Code
32260
State
IA

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