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CAMBRIDGE, IA 50046

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The CAMBRIDGE, IA real estate market (50046) currently shows 7 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 26 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 26 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 66% year-over-year, from $676,200 to $230,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,652  ·  Density: 13.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $87,375

Typical home value: $198,071  ·  Homeownership: 87.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
7
⇧ 75% vs 4 last year
Pending
1
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$230,000
⇩ 66% vs $676,200 last year
Average Price
$289,250
⇩ 57.7% vs $683,733 last year
Days on Market
26
⇩ 56.7% vs 60 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$198
⇩ 37.1% vs $315/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,331 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 7 this year vs 4 last year
  • Days on market: 26 now vs 60 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $230,000 (-66% YoY)
  • Average: $289,250 (-57.7% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 17.4 miles — 1,050 listings ($465,930,592 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50046Cambridge, IA 500460.0 mi7$2,171,575$237,333$310,225
50073Elkhart, IA 500736.7 mi14$13,611,402$362,000$972,243
50244Slater, IA 502447.1 mi5$1,687,250$349,950$337,450
50134Kelley, IA 501348.5 mi1$499,900$499,900$499,900
50010Ames, IA 5001010.4 mi57$25,404,615$339,000$445,695
50226Polk City, IA 5022611.4 mi69$41,050,653$507,400$594,937
50021Ankeny, IA 5002111.9 mi290$119,963,720$354,990$413,668
50023Ankeny, IA 5002312.6 mi261$115,915,059$385,000$444,119
50156Madrid, IA 5015614.3 mi31$8,077,050$249,900$260,550
50168Mingo, IA 5016815.1 mi4$1,831,932$309,000$457,983
50131Johnston, IA 5013116.7 mi136$71,870,288$427,250$528,458
50109Granger, IA 5010916.9 mi18$7,396,542$364,900$410,919
50009Altoona, IA 5000917.4 mi157$56,450,606$369,945$359,558

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CAMBRIDGE, IA 50046?

As of February 2026, there are 7 active listings in CAMBRIDGE, IA (zip code 50046), compared to 4 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CAMBRIDGE, IA 50046?

The median listing price in CAMBRIDGE, IA 50046 is $230,000 as of February 2026, a 66% decrease from $676,200 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CAMBRIDGE, IA?

Homes in CAMBRIDGE, IA 50046 spend an average of 26 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 60 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CAMBRIDGE, IA 50046?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CAMBRIDGE, IA 50046 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 26 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CAMBRIDGE, IA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CAMBRIDGE, IA 50046 save an estimated $4,600 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $230,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.