Is Postville, IA 52162 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Postville is a seller’s market. With about 1.2 months of supply and 13% 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 Postville housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 13% of homes in Postville, IA 52162 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 10 days and there were 1.2 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 rose from 0%, homes sold faster (54 days then) and the median sale price rose 17% to $157,432. Overall, Postville is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Allamakee County, homes here sell faster than in 71% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 71%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Waukon 52172 (0% sold over asking) or New Albin 52160 (0% sold over asking), while Waterville 52170 (100% sold over asking) and Monona 52159 (27% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Postville real estate
Is Postville a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 1.2 months of supply in Postville, IA 52162 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 Postville?
The typical home went under contract in 10 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Postville sell over asking?
13% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.8% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Postville?
About 1.27% of a home’s value a year in Allamakee County, or roughly $5,080 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Postville?
The median sale price was $157,432 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $107 per square foot.
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