Independence, IA Housing Market

The Independence housing market is somewhat competitive. The median sale price of a home in Independence was $164K last month, down 15.1% since last year. The median sale price per square foot in Independence is $106, down 0.47% since last year.

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Independence Housing Market Trends

What is the housing market like in Independence today?

$164K

Sale Price

-15.1%
since last year

$106

Sale $/Sq. Ft.

-0.47%
since last year

Under List Price

1.9%

Days on Market

Down Payment

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Total Homes Sold

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How hot is the Independence housing market?

Independence is somewhat competitive. Homes sell in 16 days.

100

Somewhat Competitive

Some homes get multiple offers.
The average homes sell for about 2% below list price and go pending in around 16 days.
Hot homes
can sell for about 2% above list price and go pending in around 3 days.

Compare With Nearby Cities

Waterloo

100

Very Competitive

Many homes get multiple offers, some with waived contingencies.
The average homes sell for about 2% below list price and go pending in around 6 days.
Hot homes
can sell for about 2% above list price and go pending in around 2 days.

Center Point

100

Somewhat Competitive

Some homes get multiple offers.
The average homes sell for about 2% below list price and go pending in around 78 days.
Hot homes
can sell for around list price and go pending in around 9 days.

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Independence Migration & Relocation Trends

No data on migration and relocation available in this area right now

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Recently sold homes

SOLD JUL 29, 2025
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$156,000 Last Sold Price
3 beds
2.5 baths
1,830 sq ft
903 9th St. N.w. St, Independence, IA 50644
List Price
$175,000
Sale to List
11% under list
Days on Market
250 days
903 9th St. N.w. St, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD JUL 21, 2025
$237,500 Last Sold Price
2 beds
2 baths
1,480 sq ft
179 Hummingbird Ct N #7, Independence, IA 50644
List Price
$259,000
Sale to List
8% under list
Days on Market
174 days
179 Hummingbird Ct N #7, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD JUL 17, 2025
$306,500 Last Sold Price
3 beds
2 baths
1,360 sq ft
508 SE 5th Ave, Independence, IA 50644
List Price
$309,900
Sale to List
1% under list
Days on Market
57 days
508 SE 5th Ave, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD JUL 16, 2025
$300,000
3 beds
1.5 baths
2,142 sq ft
304 2nd St SW, Independence, IA 50644
List Price
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Sale to List
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Days on Market
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304 2nd St SW, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD JUL 15, 2025
$450,000 Last Sold Price
3 beds
3.5 baths
4,060 sq ft
516 NE 14th Ave, Independence, IA 50644
List Price
$459,500
Sale to List
2% under list
Days on Market
78 days
516 NE 14th Ave, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD JUL 15, 2025
$45,000
1 bed
1 bath
576 sq ft
1675 Golf Course Blvd #72, Independence, IA 50644
List Price
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Sale to List
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Days on Market
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1675 Golf Course Blvd #72, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD JUL 11, 2025
$177,000 Last Sold Price
2 beds
1 bath
1,654 sq ft
606 9th Ave Ave SW, Independence, IA 50644
List Price
$174,900
Sale to List
1% over list
Days on Market
36 days
606 9th Ave Ave SW, Independence, IA 50644
SOLD JUL 11, 2025
$360,000 Last Sold Price
3 beds
2 baths
1,902 sq ft
1631 Nathen Bethel Ave, Independence, IA 50644
List Price
$370,000
Sale to List
3% under list
Days on Market
99 days
1631 Nathen Bethel Ave, Independence, IA 50644
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Schools in Independence

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High

GreatSchools Rating

7/10 West Elementary School Public • 3-6	381 Students	N/A
NR East Elementary School Public • K-2	298 Students	N/A

School data provided by GreatSchools. School service boundaries are intended to be used as reference only. To verify enrollment eligibility for a property, contact the school directly.

Climate's impact on Independence housing

Learn about natural hazards and environmental risks, such as floods, fires, wind, and heat that could impact homes in Independence.

Wind Factor - Minor

100% of properties are at minor risk of a severe wind event over the next 30 years

Heat Factor - Moderate

73% of properties are at moderate risk of heat over the next 30 years

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