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WATERLOO, IA 50701

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

Market Analysis

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

The WATERLOO, IA real estate market (50701) currently shows 131 active listings, with 51 pending sales. Homes are averaging 69 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 31 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 69 days on market compared to 83 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 24% year-over-year, from $275,950 to $209,700.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 30,128  ·  Density: 147.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $60,130

Typical home value: $173,497  ·  Homeownership: 65.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
131
⇧ 31% vs 100 last year
Pending
51
39% pending ratio
Median Price
$209,700
⇩ 24% vs $275,950 last year
Average Price
$247,237
⇩ 15.4% vs $292,311 last year
Days on Market
69
⇩ 16.9% vs 83 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$141
⇩ 4.7% vs $148/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,456 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 131 this year vs 100 last year
  • Days on market: 69 now vs 83 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $209,700 (-24% YoY)
  • Average: $247,237 (-15.4% 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 20.7 miles — 380 listings ($104,476,229 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
50701Waterloo, IA 507010.0 mi138$32,515,974$204,900$235,623
50707Evansdale, IA 507075.3 mi28$5,742,660$184,400$205,095
50667Raymond, IA 506677.1 mi4$1,216,600$304,150$304,150
50703Waterloo, IA 507039.6 mi53$6,581,222$89,500$124,174
50613Cedar Falls, IA 5061311.0 mi121$47,798,751$397,247$395,031
50626Dunkerton, IA 5062614.3 mi6$1,601,640$254,900$266,940
50624Dike, IA 5062416.4 mi2$799,800$399,900$399,900
50675Traer, IA 5067516.9 mi10$1,799,430$189,900$179,943
50657Morrison, IA 5065717.6 mi1$299,900$299,900$299,900
50622Denver, IA 5062217.7 mi10$3,913,620$313,500$391,362
50660New Hartford, IA 5066018.7 mi4$1,925,732$459,900$481,433
50673Stout, IA 5067320.1 mi1$61,900$61,900$61,900
50652Lincoln, IA 5065220.7 mi2$219,000$109,500$109,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WATERLOO, IA 50701?

As of February 2026, there are 131 active listings in WATERLOO, IA (zip code 50701), compared to 100 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WATERLOO, IA 50701?

The median listing price in WATERLOO, IA 50701 is $209,700 as of February 2026, a 24% decrease from $275,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in WATERLOO, IA 50701 spend an average of 69 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 83 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WATERLOO, IA 50701?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WATERLOO, IA 50701 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 31 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 69 days on market compared to 83 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WATERLOO, IA 50701 save an estimated $4,194 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $209,700. 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.