Is Cushing, IA 51018 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Seller’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Cushing 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.

Months of supply3.2Under 4 months = seller’s market

Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months

Median sale-to-list81.7%Sold price ÷ list price

Median days on market15Listing to accepted offer

Median price per sq ft$74

The Cushing housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Cushing, IA 51018 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 15 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 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Nearby, Ida Grove 51445 (14% sold over asking) is even more competitive.

About the area

Ida County, IA

Population	542
Median income	$60,833
Average income	$85,626
Median home value	$314,900
Median rent	$811/month
Owner-occupied	85% of homes
Median year built	1938

Natural hazard riskTornadoes (very high), hail (very high), winter storms (relatively high)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates (household income; home value as estimated by owners), ZIP code tabulation area 51018; hazard risk from the FEMA National Risk Index for the census tracts in this ZIP code (not endorsed by FEMA).

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Nearby markets

Arthur 51431 — /sq ft Battle Creek 51006Seller’s market $124 /sq ft Galva 51020 — /sq ft Holstein 51025Buyer’s market $79 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Cushing real estate

Is Cushing a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Cushing, IA 51018 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 Cushing?

The typical home went under contract in 15 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Cushing sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 81.7% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Cushing?

About 1.16% of a home’s value a year in Ida County, or roughly $4,640 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Cushing?

The median sale price was $146,936 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $74 per square foot.

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