Is Cylinder, IA 50528 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Cylinder 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 Cylinder housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Cylinder, IA 50528 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 183 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.
Within Palo Alto County, homes here sell more slowly, and less often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Graettinger 51342 (67% sold over asking) and Ayrshire 50515 (50% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Nearby markets
Ayrshire 50515Seller’s market $122 /sq ftEmmetsburg 50536Seller’s market $112 /sq ftGraettinger 51342Buyer’s market $98 /sq ftMallard 50562Buyer’s market — /sq ft Browse all markets →Where Cylinder is
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Questions about Cylinder real estate
Is Cylinder a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Cylinder, IA 50528 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 Cylinder?
The typical home went under contract in 183 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Cylinder sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 90.5% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Cylinder?
About 1.20% of a home’s value a year in Palo Alto County, or roughly $4,800 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Cylinder?
The median sale price was $133,442 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $114 per square foot.
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Market data describes housing activity only. Figures are rolling 3-month values from Redfin and may be revised. Methodology