Emmetsburg, IA Market Trends

Last updated November 14, 2026

The median home price in Emmetsburg is $279,900, up 21.7% year-over-year. Median price per square foot is up 22.7% at $238/sq. ft. Homes are selling in 570 days on average, compared to 135 days last year. As of November 14, 2026, there is 1 active listing on the market.

Median home price

$279K

21.7% YoY

YoY price change

+21.7%

+$49,950

Days on market

570

+435 days YoY

Active homes

1

87.5% YoY

Market trends and statistics

Median list price

$279,900

21.7% YoY

Inventory

1

87.5% YoY

Price per SqFt

$238

22.7% YoY

Days on market

570 days

322.2% YoY

Home size

1,176 sqft

18.8% YoY

Compare nearby cities

City	Median price	YoY change	$/Sqft	Days on market	Active homes
Emmetsburg	$279,900	+21.7%	$238	570	1
Nevada	$274,950	+9.1%	$223	101	35
Cylinder	$66,400	-69.0%	$48	420	1
Walnut	$216,950	+20.5%	$129	116	5
Ayrshire	$13,500	—	$12	218	1
Fairfield	$194,000	-8.3%	$140	79	105

Education in Emmetsburg, IA

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Emmetsburg Community School District

Emmetsburg Community School District has 1 high school, 1 middle school, and 2 elementary schools. It has an overall average GreatSchools rating of 7/10.

7/10

Emmetsburg Middle School

Grades 5-8

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5/10

West Elementary School

Grades PK, K-4

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