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COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501

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

Market Analysis

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

The COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA real estate market (51501) currently shows 79 active listings, with 43 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.6% year-over-year, from $219,850 to $198,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 35,400  ·  Density: 570.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,054

Typical home value: $126,724  ·  Homeownership: 65.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
79
⇩ 9.2% vs 87 last year
Pending
43
54% pending ratio
Median Price
$198,750
⇩ 9.6% vs $219,850 last year
Average Price
$213,794
⇩ 11.6% vs $241,863 last year
Days on Market
52
⇧ 62.5% vs 32 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$172
⇧ 9.6% vs $157/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,150 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 79 this year vs 87 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 32 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $198,750 (-9.6% YoY)
  • Average: $213,794 (-11.6% 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 10.5 miles — 717 listings ($246,815,364 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51501Council Bluffs, IA 515010.0 mi79$16,959,246$200,000$214,674
68102Omaha, NE 681023.6 mi18$9,904,500$427,500$550,250
68105Omaha, NE 681054.5 mi68$21,365,124$279,000$314,193
68131Omaha, NE 681315.1 mi40$11,363,000$228,500$284,075
51503Council Bluffs, IA 515035.2 mi91$30,754,269$299,000$337,959
68005Bellevue, NE 680056.0 mi36$9,706,320$252,450$269,620
68106Omaha, NE 681066.5 mi57$17,003,328$280,000$298,304
68132Omaha, NE 681326.9 mi36$29,584,152$400,000$821,782
68104Omaha, NE 681047.9 mi97$23,219,278$215,000$239,374
68127Omaha, NE 681279.2 mi25$7,220,725$287,250$288,829
68123Bellevue, NE 681239.5 mi68$26,163,340$372,575$384,755
68133Papillion, NE 6813310.0 mi70$33,633,810$440,000$480,483
68128La Vista, NE 6812810.5 mi32$9,938,272$281,500$310,571

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501?

As of February 2026, there are 79 active listings in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA (zip code 51501), compared to 87 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501?

The median listing price in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501 is $198,750 as of February 2026, a 9.6% decrease from $219,850 the prior year.

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

Homes in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501 spend an average of 52 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 32 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501 save an estimated $3,975 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $198,750. 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.