Is now a good time to sell in Ottumwa?

Probably not, unless you need to move. The Sold Score for Ottumwa is 34/100 in May 2026 (Challenging Market Conditions) — homes still close, but you'll likely accept a longer timeline or a lower price than a year ago. Pending ratio is 0.33 — the higher this is, the faster contracts come in relative to standing inventory. Active inventory is up +11.3% year over year, expanding the pool you're competing in. Median days on market sit at 53. 27.1% of active listings have already reduced asking price. — Live indicators (May 2026): Sold Score: 34/100 (Challenging Market Conditions) · Pending ratio: 0.33 · Inventory YoY: +11.3% · Median days on market: 53 · Sellers cutting price: 27.1% · Median listing price: $160,000 (+2.9% YoY)