Market In a Minute

Your monthly gut-check on the local real estate market, kept short and simple.

Market in a Minute: April 2026

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April’s housing market continued to show strong spring activity across Eastern Iowa, with buyers staying active and well-priced homes continuing to move quickly. While some metrics shifted month-over-month, both the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City metro areas showed encouraging signs of demand heading into the busiest season of the year.

Cedar Rapids Metro Area

Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha, Marion, Robins

Market in a Minute: March 2026

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Spring has officially arrived — and the housing market across Eastern Iowa is responding right on cue. March brought a noticeable jump in activity, especially on the buyer side, with strong increases in pending listings and sales volume across both the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City metro areas. Here’s a closer look at how the market performed.

 

Cedar Rapids Metro Area

Cedar RapidsHiawathaMarionRobins

Market in a Minute: February 2026

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Spring may still be a few weeks away, but the housing market across Eastern Iowa is already showing signs of seasonal energy. February brought a notable uptick in activity across both the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City metro areas — with rising prices, more pending listings, and stronger sales volume compared to a year ago. Here’s a closer look at how the month shaped up.

 

Cedar Rapids Metro Area

Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha, Marion, Robins