Is Ackley, IA 50601 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Ackley is a balanced market. With about 4.2 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The Ackley housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Ackley, IA 50601 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 49 days and there were 4.2 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. That’s based on 13 home sales.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 25%, homes sold more slowly (11 days then) and the median sale price fell 44% to $139,939. Overall, Ackley is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Nearby, Sheffield 50475 (17% sold over asking) and Hampton 50441 (5% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Alexander 50420 — /sq ftHampton 50441Seller’s market $102 /sq ftLatimer 50452Buyer’s market $75 /sq ftSheffield 50475Seller’s market $122 /sq ft Browse all markets →Towns like Ackley nearby
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Questions about Ackley real estate
Is Ackley a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 4.2 months of supply in Ackley, IA 50601 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 Ackley?
The typical home went under contract in 49 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Ackley sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 95.4% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Ackley?
About 1.32% of a home’s value a year in Franklin County, or roughly $5,280 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Ackley?
The median sale price was $139,939 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $86 per square foot.
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