Is Lost Nation, IA 52254 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Lost Nation is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 50% 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 Lost Nation housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 50% of homes in Lost Nation, IA 52254 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 19 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 2 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Within Clinton County, homes here sell more slowly than in 54% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 62%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Wheatland 52777 (0% sold over asking) or Low Moor 52757 (0% sold over asking), while Calamus 52729 (100% sold over asking) and Welton 52774 (100% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Andover 52701 $93 /sq ftBryant 52727 $210 /sq ftCalamus 52729 $110 /sq ftCamanche 52730Seller’s market $141 /sq ft Browse all markets →Towns like Lost Nation nearby
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Questions about Lost Nation real estate
Is Lost Nation a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Lost Nation, IA 52254 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 Lost Nation?
The typical home went under contract in 19 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Lost Nation sell over asking?
50% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 102.4% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Lost Nation?
About 1.53% of a home’s value a year in Clinton County, or roughly $6,120 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Lost Nation?
The median sale price was $310,816 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $172 per square foot.
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