Radcliffe Housing Update: Values Up, Limited Inventory This Spring

Home values in Radcliffe, IA, a small community in Hardin County, are trending higher year over year while the number of homes on the market remains tight heading into spring.

Top takeaways

• Typical home value: $169,835, up 8.8% year over year.
• Only 4 homes listed for sale as of late January.
• Average rent around $395 per month, up 1% year over year.
• Statewide mortgage rates were near 6.0% in early March.

Market snapshot

According to Zillow data updated January 31, 2026, the typical home value in Radcliffe is $169,835, reflecting an 8.8% increase from a year earlier. Inventory remains limited, with just four properties listed for sale at the end of January. In a small market, even one or two new listings can shift conditions quickly.

For buyers comparing options, nearby communities in Hardin County and surrounding areas continue to show varied price points, but Radcliffe remains below Iowa’s statewide median sale price of $220,500 reported in January 2026. Mortgage rates averaged about 6.0% in early March, a key factor for affordability calculations this season.

What’s for sale

Current listings are limited and include a mix of residential lots and single-family homes. Several multi-acre land parcels have been on the market for an extended period, suggesting opportunity for buyers seeking rural building sites. With so few active listings, well-priced homes may draw attention quickly once new inventory hits.

Rental outlook

Rental data shows an average rent of about $395 per month as of late 2025, roughly 1% higher than a year earlier. That remains significantly below national averages, reinforcing Radcliffe’s relative affordability for both renters and entry-level buyers.

As spring activity builds across Iowa, the key local question is whether additional sellers will step in to ease inventory constraints. Are you seeing more for-sale signs in town, or is supply still tight?

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