Is West Burlington, IA 52655 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The West Burlington housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 7% of homes in West Burlington, IA 52655 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 40 days and there were 2.5 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 14 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 18%, homes sold faster (57 days then) and the median sale price fell 8% to $172,425. Overall, West Burlington is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Within Des Moines County, homes here sell faster than in 83% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 50%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Yarmouth 52660 (0% sold over asking) or Sperry 52650 (0% sold over asking), while Mediapolis 52637 (40% sold over asking) and Danville 52623 (25% sold over asking) are even more competitive.