Is Gladbrook, IA 50635 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Gladbrook housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 25% of homes in Gladbrook, IA 50635 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 44 days and there were 2 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 8 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 100%, homes sold more slowly (34 days then) and the median sale price fell 17% to $116,450. Overall, Gladbrook is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Within Tama County, homes here sell more slowly than in 67% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 50%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Chelsea 52215 (0% sold over asking) or Garwin 50632 (0% sold over asking), while Toledo 52342 (33% sold over asking) and Traer 50675 (29% sold over asking) are even more competitive.