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Is Arcadia, IA 51430 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Arcadia 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-list100%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market14Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$158

The Arcadia housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Arcadia, IA 51430 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 14 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 Carroll County, homes here sell faster, and less often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.

Nearby, Carroll 51401 (10% sold over asking) is even more competitive.

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Nearby markets

Breda 51436Buyer’s market $90 /sq ftCarroll 51401Seller’s market $141 /sq ftDedham 51440 — /sq ftGlidden 51443Buyer’s market $139 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Arcadia real estate

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

A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Arcadia, IA 51430 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 Arcadia?

The typical home went under contract in 14 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Arcadia sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 100.0% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Arcadia?

About 1.09% of a home’s value a year in Carroll County, or roughly $4,360 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Arcadia?

The median sale price was $199,913 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $158 per square foot.

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