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THORNTON, IA 50479

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

Market Analysis

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

The THORNTON, IA real estate market (50479) currently shows 2 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 173 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 173 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 29.7% year-over-year, from $375,500 to $264,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 736  ·  Density: 4.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $63,750

Typical home value: $110,518  ·  Homeownership: 78.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
vs 2 last year
Pending
1
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$264,000
⇩ 29.7% vs $375,500 last year
Average Price
$264,000
⇩ 29.7% vs $375,500 last year
Days on Market
173
⇧ 147.1% vs 70 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$86
⇩ 27.7% vs $119/sqft last year
Median Home Size
3,086 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 173 now vs 70 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $264,000 (-29.7% YoY)
  • Average: $264,000 (-29.7% 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 25.1 miles — 190 listings ($50,283,634 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50479Thornton, IA 504790.0 mi1$264,000$264,000$264,000
50449Klemme, IA 504498.6 mi1$130,000$130,000$130,000
50475Sheffield, IA 5047510.5 mi9$3,252,213$172,400$361,357
50469Rockwell, IA 5046911.4 mi5$835,550$155,000$167,110
50482Ventura, IA 5048213.1 mi5$2,392,800$385,000$478,560
50431Coulter, IA 5043114.3 mi1$159,900$159,900$159,900
50438Garner, IA 5043815.8 mi17$4,604,229$269,900$270,837
50401Mason City, IA 5040118.1 mi115$30,829,890$190,000$268,086
50447Kanawha, IA 5044719.9 mi6$896,202$132,200$149,367
50071Dows, IA 5007120.8 mi1$49,900$49,900$49,900
50525Clarion, IA 5052522.2 mi21$5,096,700$200,000$242,700
50468Rockford, IA 5046823.9 mi3$630,000$210,000$210,000
50625Dumont, IA 5062525.1 mi5$1,142,250$222,000$228,450

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in THORNTON, IA 50479?

As of February 2026, there are 2 active listings in THORNTON, IA (zip code 50479), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in THORNTON, IA 50479?

The median listing price in THORNTON, IA 50479 is $264,000 as of February 2026, a 29.7% decrease from $375,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in THORNTON, IA 50479 spend an average of 173 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 70 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in THORNTON, IA 50479?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, THORNTON, IA 50479 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 173 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in THORNTON, IA 50479 save an estimated $5,280 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $264,000. 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.