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Is Waucoma, IA 52171 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Waucoma is a seller’s market. With about 1.6 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 supply1.6Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list77.4%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market47Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$71

The Waucoma housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Waucoma, IA 52171 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 47 days and there were 1.6 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 2 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Within Fayette County, homes here sell more slowly than in 60% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.

Nearby, Oelwein 50662 (28% sold over asking) and Elgin 52141 (17% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

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Questions about Waucoma real estate

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

A seller’s market: there were 1.6 months of supply in Waucoma, IA 52171 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 Waucoma?

The typical home went under contract in 47 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Waucoma sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 77.4% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Waucoma?

About 1.30% of a home’s value a year in Fayette County, or roughly $5,200 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Waucoma?

The median sale price was $189,918 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $71 per square foot.

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