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AVOCA, IA 51521

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

Market Analysis

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

The AVOCA, IA real estate market (51521) currently shows 14 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 73 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 73 days on market compared to 275 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 20.6% year-over-year, from $305,000 to $242,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,857  ·  Density: 8.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $68,324

Typical home value: $176,557  ·  Homeownership: 77.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
14
⇧ 7.7% vs 13 last year
Pending
4
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$242,250
⇩ 20.6% vs $305,000 last year
Average Price
$251,878
⇩ 25.8% vs $339,600 last year
Days on Market
73
⇩ 73.5% vs 275 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$119
⇩ 36.4% vs $187/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,181 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 14 this year vs 13 last year
  • Days on market: 73 now vs 275 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $242,250 (-20.6% YoY)
  • Average: $251,878 (-25.8% 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 26.2 miles — 99 listings ($24,208,103 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
51521Avoca, IA 515210.0 mi15$4,243,005$292,000$282,867
51577Walnut, IA 515777.4 mi2$329,934$175,000$164,967
51560Oakland, IA 5156011.6 mi7$2,128,350$249,750$304,050
51552Marne, IA 5155212.0 mi4$863,868$209,000$215,967
51565Portsmouth, IA 5156514.7 mi2$860,000$430,000$430,000
51559Neola, IA 5155916.4 mi5$1,310,000$262,000$262,000
51544Lewis, IA 5154416.9 mi2$322,000$161,000$161,000
50022Atlantic, IA 5002218.2 mi51$10,454,541$191,000$204,991
51576Underwood, IA 5157620.2 mi2$679,900$339,950$339,950
51575Treynor, IA 5157521.2 mi2$1,289,000$644,500$644,500
51541Henderson, IA 5154124.0 mi1$53,130$53,130$53,130
51546Logan, IA 5154624.7 mi5$1,554,375$334,750$310,875
50274Wiota, IA 5027426.2 mi1$120,000$120,000$120,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in AVOCA, IA 51521?

As of February 2026, there are 14 active listings in AVOCA, IA (zip code 51521), compared to 13 the prior year.

What is the median home price in AVOCA, IA 51521?

The median listing price in AVOCA, IA 51521 is $242,250 as of February 2026, a 20.6% decrease from $305,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in AVOCA, IA 51521 spend an average of 73 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 275 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in AVOCA, IA 51521?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, AVOCA, IA 51521 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 73 days on market compared to 275 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in AVOCA, IA 51521 save an estimated $4,845 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $242,250. 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.