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Is Fremont, IA 52561 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Fremont is a seller’s market. With about 1.1 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 supply1.1Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list97.6%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market42Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$134

The Fremont housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Fremont, IA 52561 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 42 days and there were 1.1 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 3 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Within Mahaska 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, Oskaloosa 52577 (27% sold over asking) is even more competitive.

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Questions about Fremont real estate

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

A seller’s market: there were 1.1 months of supply in Fremont, IA 52561 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 Fremont?

The typical home went under contract in 42 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Fremont sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.6% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Fremont?

About 1.32% of a home’s value a year in Mahaska County, or roughly $5,280 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Fremont?

The median sale price was $124,946 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $134 per square foot.

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