Is Muscatine County, IA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Muscatine County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since May 2023

Since last year, Muscatine County has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Muscatine County is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Muscatine County, IA

How much do homes in Muscatine County, IA cost?

Median Sold Price

$182,500

$121/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since May 2023

-$14,950(-7.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Muscatine County have sold for 7.6% less than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Muscatine County was $182,500 in May 2024, down 7.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $121.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMay 2023May 2024CHANGE
1 $46K$104K
+126.1%
2 $158K$139.5K
-11.7%
3 $193.5K$178K
-8.0%
4 $232.4K$278.5K
+19.8%
5+ $326K$462.5K
+41.9%

Summary: Muscatine County housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 126.1%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 11.7%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 19.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 41.9%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Scott County
+10.0%
Johnson County
+8.3%
Muscatine County
-7.6%
Cedar County
-15.5%

Housing Supply in Muscatine County, IA

How many homes are available in Muscatine County, IA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
2529+16.0%

Summary: The Muscatine County real estate market had 29 homes for sale in May 2024, a 16.0% increase compared to April 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 34
+33.3%
3 1315
+15.4%
4 67
+16.7%
5+ 33
0.0%

Summary: The Muscatine County housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes increased by 33.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 15.4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 16.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
48+100.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

5 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

1 Home Was Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Muscatine County, you may be able to get a good deal. 62.5% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 8 homes were sold or pending in Muscatine County in May 2024, up by 100.0% month-over-month. Of the 8 sold homes, 63% were sold under asking, 25% were sold at asking, and 13% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Muscatine County, IA

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

Average Sale Time

May 2023May 2024CHANGE
24 Days27 Days+8.3%

Summary: Homes in Muscatine County had an average of 27 days on market in May 2024, up by 8.3% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

4 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During May 2024, 8 homes were sold in Muscatine County; 50% of homes were sold within 30 days, 50% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 0% of homes were sold over 90 days.

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

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