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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing West Branch is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since November 2023

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

Key Takeaway

West Branch 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 West Branch, IA

How much do homes in West Branch, IA cost?

Median Sold Price

$339,900

$152/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

+$25,000(+7.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in West Branch have sold for 7.9% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in West Branch was $339,900 in November 2024, up 7.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $152.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 --
N/A
2 -$160K
N/A
3 $240K$233K
-2.9%
4 $321.9K$339.9K
+5.6%
5+ $572.7K$455.4K
-20.5%

Summary: West Branch housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes did not change, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 2.9%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 5.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 20.5%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

West Branch
+7.9%
Springdale Township
+7.9%

Housing Supply in West Branch, IA

How many homes are available in West Branch, IA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1814-22.2%

Summary: The West Branch real estate market had 14 homes for sale in November 2024, a 22.2% decrease compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 00
0.0%
3 33
0.0%
4 1210
-16.7%
5+ 31
-66.7%

Summary: The West Branch housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes remained the same, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 16.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 66.7%.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
42-50.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

1 Home Was Sold
Under Asking

1 Home Was Sold
At Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in West Branch, you may be able to get a good deal. 50% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 2 homes were sold or pending in West Branch in November 2024, down by 50.0% month-over-month. Of the 2 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 50% were sold at asking, and 0% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for West Branch, IA

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

Average Sale Time

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
64 Days22 Days-64.8%

Summary: Homes in West Branch had an average of 22 days on market in Nov 2024, down by 64.8% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

1 Home Was Sold
Under 30 Days

1 Home Was Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During November 2024, 2 homes were sold in West Branch; 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.

Report Updated 21 Days Ago

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