Is Waterville, IA 52170 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Waterville is a buyer’s market. With about 9.6 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Waterville housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 100% of homes in Waterville, IA 52170 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 2 days and there were 9.6 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 1 sale, 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 50%, homes sold faster (5 days then) and the median sale price rose 41% to $139,939. Overall, Waterville is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Allamakee County, homes here sell faster, and more often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Waukon 52172 (0% sold over asking) or New Albin 52160 (0% sold over asking).
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Questions about Waterville real estate
Is Waterville a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 9.6 months of supply in Waterville, IA 52170 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 Waterville?
The typical home went under contract in 2 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Waterville sell over asking?
100% of homes sold above their original list price.
What are property taxes in Waterville?
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 Waterville?
The median sale price was $139,939 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $78 per square foot.
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