Best Time to Buy in Iowa
When Iowa home prices dip and listings peak
Public Record
Best Month to Buy
May
Most Expensive Month
March
Discount Opportunity
-77.5%
Sales Volume by Month
Average Price by Month
Monthly Breakdown
| Month | Sales | Avg Price | $/Sqft | Discount vs Peak |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4,722 | $343.1K | $251 | -69.4% |
| February | 4,297 | $253.8K | $131 | -77.4% |
| March | 6,403 | $1.12M | $160 | peak |
| April | 8,626 | $268.7K | $246 | -76.1% |
| May | 10,127 | $252.3K | $151 | -77.5% |
| June | 11,092 | $253.6K | $153 | -77.4% |
| July | 8,813 | $283.8K | $201 | -74.7% |
| August | 8,719 | $277.2K | $196 | -75.3% |
| September | 7,305 | $303.8K | $313 | -72.9% |
| October | 6,530 | $287K | $203 | -74.4% |
| November | 6,894 | $269.6K | $129 | -76.0% |
| December | 6,784 | $270K | $132 | -76.0% |
Why Seasonality Matters
US home prices follow predictable seasonal patterns. Sale activity peaks in late spring and summer when families move between school years; prices typically follow. Winter months see fewer transactions but are often the best time for buyers seeking discounts on motivated sellers.
Based on 90,312 public-record SOLD events between 2019 and 2024.