Is Quimby, IA 51049 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Quimby 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 Quimby housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Quimby, IA 51049 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 95 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.
Within Cherokee County, homes here sell more slowly, and less often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Cherokee 51012 (7% sold over asking) is even more competitive.
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Aurelia 51005Balanced $93 /sq ftCherokee 51012Buyer’s market $83 /sq ftCleghorn 51014 — /sq ftLarrabee 51029 $116 /sq ft Browse all markets →Where Quimby is
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Questions about Quimby real estate
Is Quimby a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Quimby, IA 51049 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 Quimby?
The typical home went under contract in 95 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Quimby sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 93.2% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Quimby?
About 0.99% of a home’s value a year in Cherokee County, or roughly $3,960 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Quimby?
The median sale price was $54,976 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $48 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