Is Keokuk a buyer's or seller's market right now?

Keokuk is currently a seller's market with 2.9 months of supply. 12.5% of homes sell above asking price, and 20% go pending within two weeks. The Ridley Sell Score for Keokuk is 30/100 (Cooling), based on 7 real-time market signals including inventory, pricing trends, and buyer demand.

What's the median home price in Keokuk?

The median home price in Keokuk is $73,555, down 20% year-over-year. The median price per square foot is $38. Homes sell in a median of 104 days with a sale-to-list ratio of 89.8%.

How much does it cost to sell a home in Keokuk, Iowa?

On a $73,555 home in Keokuk, a traditional listing agent charges around $2,207 (3% commission). Add buyer agent commission (3%), closing costs (1–2%), and you could spend $5,884 or more. With Ridley Essentials ($999) you save $1,208, and with Ridley Pro ($3,499) you save -$1,292 while getting full agent support.

How does Ridley's flat fee compare to a traditional Keokuk agent?

A traditional Keokuk listing agent typically charges 3% of the sale price — about $2,207 on a $73,555 home. Ridley offers two flat-fee plans: Essentials ($999) with MLS listing, marketing tools, and self-service support, or Pro ($3,499) with a dedicated licensed agent. That saves you $1,208–-$1,292 compared to a traditional agent.

How long does it take to sell a home in Keokuk?

The median home in Keokuk currently spends 104 days on the market before going under contract. 20% of homes go pending within two weeks. At a 89.8% sale-to-list ratio, sellers are seeing some negotiation. Only 17% of listings see a price drop, suggesting sellers can hold firm on pricing.

Do I need a real estate agent to sell in Iowa?

No. Iowa does not require you to use a real estate agent to sell your home. You can sell independently (FSBO) or use a flat-fee service like Ridley that gives you MLS access, professional tools, and expert support at a fraction of the traditional commission. On a $73,555 home, that could save you up to -$1,292.

What's included with Ridley Essentials and Pro?

Ridley offers two plans in Iowa. Essentials ($999) includes MLS listing distribution, professional listing tools, marketing materials, and self-service support. Pro ($3,499) includes everything in Essentials plus a dedicated licensed agent partner, expert pricing consultation, offer review and negotiation support, contract and deadline management, and full closing coordination. Both save significantly vs. the traditional $2,207 commission.

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Is Now a Good Time to Sell in Keokuk, Iowa?

The median home in Keokuk sells for $73,555 with prices down 20% year-over-year. The average seller pays $2,207 in commissions — Ridley’s flat fee saves you -$1,292.

Keokuk Real Estate Market Conditions — March 2026

30out of 100

Ridley Sell Score

How it's scored →

Cooling

30/100

The market is shifting — strategic pricing and presentation matter more.

What this means for sellers

The Keokuk market is cooling, and sellers need to be strategic. Buyers have more options and are negotiating harder. Invest in staging and professional photography to differentiate your listing. Flexibility on terms can make the difference in attracting serious buyers.

Inventory TightnessNeutral

2.9 months of supply — below the 5-month balanced threshold — 38% below the Iowa average of 4.7.

Price MomentumFavors buyers

Prices down 20% year-over-year — vs. +8.6% statewide.

Seller LeverageFavors buyers

Homes selling at 89.8% of asking — buyers are negotiating 10.2% below list. Iowa average is 96.9%.

Bidding ActivityFavors buyers

12.5% of homes selling above list price — 21% below the Iowa average of 15.9%.

Sale SpeedFavors buyers

104 median days on market — 41 days slower than the Iowa average.

Market UrgencyNeutral

20% of listings go pending within 2 weeks — vs. 22.8% statewide.

Price StabilityNeutral

17% of listings have dropped their price. Iowa average is 23%.

Score based on 7 real-time market signals. Updated with latest available data.

How it works →

Median Sale Price

The midpoint price of all homes sold in the past month. Half sold for more, half for less.

$73,555

-20%

Days on Market

How long the typical home sits on the market before going under contract. Lower is better for sellers.

104

Price per Sq Ft

Average cost per square foot of living space. Useful for comparing homes of different sizes.

$38

Sale-to-List Ratio

How close homes sell to their asking price. Above 100% means bidding wars; below means negotiation room.

89.8%

Months of Supply

How long it would take to sell all current listings at the current pace. Under 3 months favors sellers; over 6 favors buyers.

2.9

Seller’s market

Competitiveness

Overall market competition based on offers per listing, days on market, and sale-to-list ratio.

Somewhat Competitive

Sold Above List

Percentage of homes that sold for more than their list price.

12.5%

Room to negotiate

Price Drops

Percentage of active listings that had a price reduction.

17%

Well-priced market

Pending in 2 Weeks

Percentage of listings that went under contract within 14 days.

20%

Slower pace

12-Month Price Trend

$78,250 → $73,555

▼6.0%

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Data updated March 2026

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Your savings

How much can you save selling your home in Keokuk?

The average Keokuk homeowner saves -$1,292 by selling with Ridley instead of paying the traditional 3% listing commission on a $73,555 home.

$0Estimated savings

That covers your moving costs — save -1.8% of your home value

Your Keokuk home value

$73,555

$50,000$10M

Traditional Agent (3%)

$2,207

Ridley Pro (flat fee)

$3,499

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Cost comparison

How much does it cost to sell a house in Keokuk?

The total cost to sell a house in Keokuk in 2026 ranges from $999 with Ridley Essentials to approximately $2,207 with a traditional 3% commission on a $73,555 home.

	Traditional Agent	Best valueRidley Pro	Ridley Essentials	FSBO
Listing fee	$2,207	$3,499	$999	$0
Buyer agent	$2,0602.8% avg	$1,471~2% avg	$1,471~2% avg	$2,0602.8% avg
Closing costs (~1.5%)	$1,103	$1,103	$1,103	$1,103
Total cost	$5,370	$6,073	$3,573	$3,163
Net proceeds	$68,185	$67,482	$69,982	$70,392
You save	—	-$1,292	$1,208	$2,207No support