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KNOXVILLE, IA 50138

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

Market Analysis

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

The KNOXVILLE, IA real estate market (50138) currently shows 58 active listings, with 17 pending sales. Homes are averaging 63 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 63 days on market compared to 97 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 22.6% year-over-year, from $291,225 to $225,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 12,086  ·  Density: 27.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $65,341

Typical home value: $143,590  ·  Homeownership: 75.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
58
⇧ 16% vs 50 last year
Pending
17
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$225,500
⇩ 22.6% vs $291,225 last year
Average Price
$261,530
⇩ 12% vs $297,096 last year
Days on Market
63
⇩ 35.1% vs 97 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$176
⇧ 6.7% vs $165/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,375 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 58 this year vs 50 last year
  • Days on market: 63 now vs 97 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $225,500 (-22.6% YoY)
  • Average: $261,530 (-12% 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 23.2 miles — 116 listings ($47,048,648 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50138Knoxville, IA 501380.0 mi47$13,693,732$230,000$291,356
50062Melcher Dallas, IA 500628.6 mi4$778,300$186,200$194,575
50163Melcher Dallas, IA 501639.0 mi3$554,799$164,900$184,933
50214Otley, IA 5021411.4 mi1$215,000$215,000$215,000
50252Swan, IA 5025215.3 mi1$1,265,000$1,265,000$1,265,000
50170Monroe, IA 5017015.7 mi12$3,443,736$272,500$286,978
50166Milo, IA 5016616.7 mi8$4,252,936$532,500$531,617
50118Hartford, IA 5011817.8 mi3$2,142,000$714,000$714,000
50228Prairie City, IA 5022819.8 mi17$5,718,273$326,950$336,369
50237Runnells, IA 5023721.5 mi14$12,871,852$600,000$919,418
52534Beacon, IA 5253422.2 mi1$150,000$150,000$150,000
52569Melrose, IA 5256922.5 mi4$1,643,120$374,900$410,780
50137Killduff, IA 5013723.2 mi1$319,900$319,900$319,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in KNOXVILLE, IA 50138?

As of February 2026, there are 58 active listings in KNOXVILLE, IA (zip code 50138), compared to 50 the prior year.

What is the median home price in KNOXVILLE, IA 50138?

The median listing price in KNOXVILLE, IA 50138 is $225,500 as of February 2026, a 22.6% decrease from $291,225 the prior year.

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

Homes in KNOXVILLE, IA 50138 spend an average of 63 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 97 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in KNOXVILLE, IA 50138?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, KNOXVILLE, IA 50138 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 63 days on market compared to 97 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in KNOXVILLE, IA 50138 save an estimated $4,510 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $225,500. 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.