Fort Madison, IA Housing Market & Real Estate
Housing market overview · Updated weekly ·
Quick answer: The median home sale price in Fort Madison, IA is $80,000, up 9.6% year-over-year. Homes sell in an average of 81 days with 46 active listings. The market is currently a buyer's market.
$80,000median sale price
Is Fort Madison a buyer's or seller's market?
Fort Madison, IA is currently a buyer's market, based on 4.6 months of supply and homes selling in about 81 days. How we determine this →
Homes sold
10
Last 12 weeks
Days on market
81
Average pace
Active listings
46
4.6 months supply
Sale-to-list
88.8%
Below asking
Fort Madison, IA market data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price | $80,000 |
| Median list price | $85,000 |
| Year-over-year price change | +9.6% |
| Average days on market | 81 days |
| Active inventory | 46 listings |
| Months of supply | 4.6 months |
| Sale-to-list price ratio | 88.8% |
| Market condition | Buyer's market |
Source: Redfin · Updated weekly
The Fort Madison housing market is currently classified as a buyer's market with a median sale price of $80,000. Prices have risen 9.6% compared to last year, with homes spending an average of 81 days on market, indicating 4.6 months of inventory.This inventory level gives buyers significantly more negotiating power, allowing time to inspect properties thoroughly and potentially negotiate better terms.
Market trends
Homes for sale in Fort Madison
There are currently 46 homes listed for sale in Fort Madison, Iowa. The median listing price is $85K.
Active listings
46
Homes on market
Median list price
$85K
Avg. days on market
81
Days until sale
New this week
7
Newly listed
Top public schools in Fort Madison
4 schools tracked · 1,760 students
The largest public schools serving Fort Madison, IA by enrollment, drawn from the National Center for Education Statistics. School quality is a commonly cited factor in home-buying decisions — these are the campuses families in this area are most likely to encounter.
Fort Madison Middle School
Grades 4-8 · 686 students
Fort Madison High School
Grades 9-12 · 561 students
Richardson Elementary School
Grades PK-3 · 286 students
Lincoln Elementary School
Grades K-3 · 227 students
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data directory. Updated annually. Ratings and test scores are not currently displayed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average home price in Fort Madison?
The median home sale price in Fort Madison is $80,000, up 9.6% from last year.
How long do homes stay on market in Fort Madison?
Homes typically spend 81 days on market before going under contract.
Is Fort Madison a buyer's or seller's market?
With 4.6 months of supply, Fort Madison is currently a buyer's market.
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