Is Hartley, IA 51346 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Hartley is a balanced market. With about 4 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The Hartley housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 25% of homes in Hartley, IA 51346 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 60 days and there were 4 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. 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 rose from 17%, homes sold about as fast and the median sale price fell 27% to $156,182. Overall, Hartley is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within O'Brien County, homes here sell faster than in 83% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 83%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Primghar 51245 (0% sold over asking) or Archer 51231 (0% sold over asking).
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Questions about Hartley real estate
Is Hartley a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 4 months of supply in Hartley, IA 51346 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 Hartley?
The typical home went under contract in 60 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Hartley sell over asking?
25% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.0% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Hartley?
About 0.98% of a home’s value a year in O'Brien County, or roughly $3,920 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Hartley?
The median sale price was $156,182 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $127 per square foot.
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