Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Story County, IA real estate market currently shows 279 active listings, with 128 pending sales. Homes are averaging 75 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 23 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 75 days on market compared to 68 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 12% year-over-year, from $415,750 to $366,000.
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Population: 97,544 · Density: 320.2/mi² · Median household income: $63,243
Typical home value: $231,484 · Homeownership: 51.6%
Ames: 50010, 50011, 50012, 50013, 50014
Cambridge: 50046
Collins: 50055
Colo: 50056
Gilbert: 50105
Huxley: 50124
Kelley: 50134
McCallsburg: 50154
Nevada: 50201
Roland: 50236
Story City: 50248
Zearing: 50278
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.