Is Altoona, IA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Altoona is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

At the same time last year, Altoona was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Altoona is a Neutral Housing Market, which means prices tend to be reasonable and homes stay on the market for a typical length of time.

Housing Prices in Altoona, IA

How much do homes in Altoona, IA cost?

Median Sold Price

$322,442

$222/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$9,596(+3.1%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Altoona have sold for 3.1% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Altoona was $322,442 in October 2024, up 3.1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $222.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $90K$117.5K
+30.6%
2 $185K$190K
+2.7%
3 $301.4K$300K
-0.5%
4 $335.4K$356.2K
+6.2%
5+ $485K$450K
-7.2%

Summary: Altoona housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 30.6%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 2.7%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 0.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 6.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 7.2%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Delaware Township
+4.2%
Clay Township
+3.8%
Bondurant
+3.4%
Altoona
+3.1%

Housing Supply in Altoona, IA

How many homes are available in Altoona, IA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
182180-1.1%

Summary: The Altoona real estate market had 180 homes for sale in October 2024, a 1.1% decrease compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 11
0.0%
2 1516
+6.7%
3 8478
-7.1%
4 5655
-1.8%
5+ 2630
+15.4%

Summary: The Altoona housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes increased by 6.7%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 7.1%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 1.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 15.4%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
3227-15.6%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

16 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

6 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

5 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Altoona, you may be able to get a good deal. 59.3% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 27 homes were sold or pending in Altoona in October 2024, down by 15.6% month-over-month. Of the 27 sold homes, 59% were sold under asking, 22% were sold at asking, and 19% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Altoona, IA

How long does it take to sell a home in Altoona, IA?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
53 Days40 Days-25.2%

Summary: Homes in Altoona had an average of 40 days on market in Oct 2024, down by 25.2% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

16 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

8 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Altoona are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During October 2024, 27 homes were sold in Altoona; 59% of homes were sold within 30 days, 30% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 11% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 20 Days Ago

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