Is Columbus Junction, IA 52738 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Columbus Junction is a seller’s market. With about 2.7 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.
The Columbus Junction housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Columbus Junction, IA 52738 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 63 days and there were 2.7 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 7 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold faster (65 days then) and the median sale price fell 59% to $183,421. Overall, Columbus Junction is about as competitive as it was a year ago.
Nearby, Conesville 52739 (50% sold over asking) and Wapello 52653 (20% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Columbus Junction real estate
Is Columbus Junction a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 2.7 months of supply in Columbus Junction, IA 52738 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 Columbus Junction?
The typical home went under contract in 63 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Columbus Junction sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 96.3% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Columbus Junction?
About 1.17% of a home’s value a year in Louisa County, or roughly $4,680 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Columbus Junction?
The median sale price was $183,421 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $117 per square foot.
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