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CARTER LAKE, IA 51510

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

Market Analysis

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

The CARTER LAKE, IA real estate market (51510) currently shows 17 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 36 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 36 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 11% year-over-year, from $254,450 to $226,475.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 3,780  ·  Density: 813.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $64,479

Typical home value: $138,928  ·  Homeownership: 80.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
⇧ 54.5% vs 11 last year
Pending
7
41% pending ratio
Median Price
$226,475
⇩ 11% vs $254,450 last year
Average Price
$232,787
⇩ 25.4% vs $312,256 last year
Days on Market
36
⇩ 42.9% vs 63 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$185
⇧ 20.9% vs $153/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,273 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 17 this year vs 11 last year
  • Days on market: 36 now vs 63 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $226,475 (-11% YoY)
  • Average: $232,787 (-25.4% 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 10.0 miles — 537 listings ($170,049,773 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51510Carter Lake, IA 515100.0 mi10$2,399,830$237,500$239,983
68102Omaha, NE 681022.0 mi18$9,904,500$427,500$550,250
68131Omaha, NE 681313.0 mi40$11,363,000$228,500$284,075
68105Omaha, NE 681054.1 mi68$21,365,124$279,000$314,193
51501Council Bluffs, IA 515014.6 mi79$16,959,246$200,000$214,674
68106Omaha, NE 681065.6 mi57$17,003,328$280,000$298,304
51526Crescent, IA 515266.1 mi8$1,717,336$195,000$214,667
68112Omaha, NE 681126.8 mi26$6,477,666$201,250$249,141
68117Omaha, NE 681177.2 mi17$4,430,200$219,000$260,600
68124Omaha, NE 681247.9 mi27$14,310,405$472,500$530,015
51503Council Bluffs, IA 515038.3 mi91$30,754,269$299,000$337,959
68122Omaha, NE 681228.7 mi47$14,715,371$319,900$313,093
68164Omaha, NE 6816410.0 mi49$18,649,498$324,950$380,602

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CARTER LAKE, IA 51510?

As of February 2026, there are 17 active listings in CARTER LAKE, IA (zip code 51510), compared to 11 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CARTER LAKE, IA 51510?

The median listing price in CARTER LAKE, IA 51510 is $226,475 as of February 2026, a 11% decrease from $254,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in CARTER LAKE, IA 51510 spend an average of 36 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 63 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CARTER LAKE, IA 51510?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CARTER LAKE, IA 51510 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 36 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CARTER LAKE, IA 51510 save an estimated $4,530 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $226,475. 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.