Is now a good time to sell in Ottumwa?

Probably not, unless you need to move. The Sold Score for Ottumwa is 39/100 in July 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 0.37 — the higher this is, the faster contracts come in relative to standing inventory. Active inventory is up +25.8% year over year, expanding the pool you're competing in. Median days on market sit at 64. 30.8% of active listings have already reduced asking price. — Live indicators (July 2026): Sold Score: 39/100 (Challenging Market Conditions) · Pending ratio: 0.37 · Inventory YoY: +25.8% · Median days on market: 64 · Sellers cutting price: 30.8% · Median listing price: $165,000 (-3.7% YoY)