Is Martensdale, IA 50160 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Martensdale is a buyer’s market. With about 6.4 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Martensdale housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 100% of homes in Martensdale, IA 50160 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 22 days and there were 6.4 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold faster (42 days then) and the median sale price fell 47% to $164,929. Overall, Martensdale is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Warren County, homes here sell faster than in 71% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 86%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at New Virginia 50210 (0% sold over asking) or Milo 50166 (0% sold over asking).
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Questions about Martensdale real estate
Is Martensdale a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 6.4 months of supply in Martensdale, IA 50160 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Martensdale?
The typical home went under contract in 22 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Martensdale sell over asking?
100% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 100.0% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Martensdale?
About 1.43% of a home’s value a year in Warren County, or roughly $5,720 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Martensdale?
The median sale price was $164,929 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $157 per square foot.
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