Is Stratford, IA 50249 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Stratford is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 0% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The Stratford housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Stratford, IA 50249 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 28 days and there were 3.2 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 2 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold more slowly (13 days then) and the median sale price rose 18% to $203,412. Overall, Stratford is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Hamilton County, homes here sell more slowly than in 67% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Randall 50231 (100% sold over asking) and Stanhope 50246 (50% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Stratford real estate
Is Stratford a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Stratford, IA 50249 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 Stratford?
The typical home went under contract in 28 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Stratford sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 87.1% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Stratford?
About 1.26% of a home’s value a year in Hamilton County, or roughly $5,040 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Stratford?
The median sale price was $203,412 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $207 per square foot.
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