The Katalyst Team - Iowa

10/23/2026

One Last Look at Iowa Multifamily Before Q4

FULL QUARTER REPORT LINK HERE: https://katalystteam.com/quarterly-report-q32026/

Before the next quarter gets underway, take a closer look at what Q3 left behind.

Our Q3 2026 Iowa Multifamily Quarterly Report brings together the sales, listings, pricing trends, economic indicators, and investment considerations shaping Iowa's multifamily market.

This quarter, tracked inventory doubled from the level reported in Q2, while borrowing costs remained a major consideration for investors evaluating acquisitions and refinancing decisions.

Inside, you'll find a breakdown of activity across Des Moines, rural Iowa, Sioux City, Waterloo, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and the Quad Cities—along with recent transaction comps and Jared's perspective on the cycle ahead.

Whether you're planning to buy, sell, or hold, the next quarter is a good time to reassess your assumptions.

The best time to get informed is before you need to make a decision.

📖 Read the full report or call (515) 639-0145 and we can discuss it.

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10/22/2026

Your Next Deal Deserves Better Research

FULL QUARTER REPORT LINK HERE: https://katalystteam.com/quarterly-report-q32026/

A good-looking cap rate doesn't automatically make a good investment.

Financing costs, operating expenses, property taxes, asset condition, and realistic exit assumptions all influence whether a deal works.

That's why our Q3 2026 Iowa Multifamily Quarterly Report goes beyond headline numbers. It brings together closed-sale comps, asking prices, market activity, economic indicators, and insights for investors at different stages of the ownership cycle.

Whether you're searching for value-add opportunities, evaluating a potential sale, or figuring out how to protect cash flow through a refinance, the details matter.

The goal isn't to predict every market move. It's to make better-informed decisions with the information available.

Better data leads to better questions. Better questions lead to better decisions.

📖 Read the full report or call (515) 639-0145 and we can discuss it.

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Table of Contents Thoughts From Jared Executive Summary Active Inventory vs. Sales Volume Rural & Other Iowa Markets Iowa Economy – Q3 2026 National Economy · Multifamily Market Q3 2026 Closed Sale Comps Active Listings Snapshot Behind the Desk Thoughts From Jared “What year is it?” Lately I....

10/21/2026

𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐋𝐘𝐒𝐓𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐋𝐘𝐒𝐓 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦!

What If Your Next Investment Came With Room to Expand?

3507 2nd Ave. Des Moines, IA

- 7 Units + Additional Buildable Lot – A unique investment opportunity offering immediate rental income potential with room for future development.

- Attractive 7.30% Cap Rate – A compelling opportunity for investors seeking cash flow in the Des Moines multifamily market.

- Just $65,000 Per Unit – An accessible entry point for investors looking to expand their rental portfolio.

- Desirable Highland Park Location – Situated in an established Des Moines neighborhood with convenient access to surrounding amenities.

- Tenant-Paid Utilities – Residents are responsible for heat and electricity, while ownership covers water, helping limit operating expenses.

- Additional Development Potential – The included buildable lot provides an opportunity to explore future expansion, subject to zoning and city approvals.

- Income Today. Potential Upside Tomorrow. – An opportunity to acquire an existing 7-unit property with additional land for future investment possibilities.

To learn more, visit our website at: https://katalystteam.com/lystings/current-lystings/ or connect with us by sending a DM!

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10/21/2026

The Market Is Sending Signals

FULL QUARTER REPORT LINK HERE: https://katalystteam.com/quarterly-report-q32026/

Three numbers. One market worth paying attention to.

64 active listings. 20 priced sales. A 5.29% 10-year Treasury yield at quarter-end.

Each tells part of the story behind Iowa multifamily in Q3 2026.

Our latest quarterly report connects the dots between inventory, transaction activity, financing conditions, and economic indicators to give investors a clearer view of the current landscape.

You'll also find market-by-market comparisons, recent closed-sale comps, and practical considerations for buying, holding, refinancing, and selling.

No one can predict every turn in the cycle. But understanding the signals can help you ask better questions before committing capital.

The data is available. The advantage comes from knowing how to use it.

📖 Read the full report or call (515) 639-0145 and we can discuss it.
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10/20/2026

𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐋𝐘𝐒𝐓𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐋𝐘𝐒𝐓 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦!

The Next Chapter of Highland Park Starts Here.

3420 Oxford St. Des Moines, IA

- Prime Highland Park Location – Situated in one of Des Moines' historic neighborhoods experiencing significant revitalization and reinvestment.

- Strong Public & Private Investment – Invest DSM has reported over $24.5 million in grants, attracting an additional $18.6 million in private investment across its targeted districts.

- Ongoing Neighborhood Revitalization – More than 825 completed renovation and new-construction projects across Invest DSM districts since 2019.

- Growing Euclid Avenue Corridor – Renovated homes, new apartment and mixed-use developments, and renewed business activity are transforming the surrounding area.

- Long-Term Appreciation Potential – Continued neighborhood improvements create opportunities for future property value growth and rental upside.

- Strategic Investment Opportunity – Potential to benefit from neighborhood revitalization before the full impact of reinvestment is reflected in property values.

To learn more, visit our website at: https://katalystteam.com/lystings/current-lystings/ or connect with us by sending a DM!

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10/20/2026

The Market Has More Options Now.

FULL QUARTER REPORT LINK HERE: https://katalystteam.com/quarterly-report-q32026/

If you're planning to sell a multifamily property, your competition matters.

Our Q3 2026 Iowa Multifamily Quarterly Report shows that tracked active inventory increased from 32 listings in our Q2 report to 64 in Q3. That gives buyers more properties to compare—and makes pricing and presentation even more important.

The report also examines confirmed sale prices, asking-price performance, and the pressures owners face when higher interest rates meet refinancing deadlines.

For buyers, increased inventory creates more opportunities to compare deals. For sellers, it reinforces the importance of understanding current market conditions rather than relying on past valuations.

The question isn't just what your property is worth. It's what a buyer can buy instead.

See the latest market data in our Q3 report.

📖 Read the full report or call (515) 639-0145 and we can discuss it.
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Table of Contents Thoughts From Jared Executive Summary Active Inventory vs. Sales Volume Rural & Other Iowa Markets Iowa Economy – Q3 2026 National Economy · Multifamily Market Q3 2026 Closed Sale Comps Active Listings Snapshot Behind the Desk Thoughts From Jared “What year is it?” Lately I....

10/19/2026

The Numbers Behind Iowa Multifamily.

FULL QUARTER REPORT LINK HERE: https://katalystteam.com/quarterly-report-q32026/

Asking prices tell one story. Closed transactions tell another.

Our Q3 2026 Iowa Multifamily Quarterly Report looks beyond the listings to examine the properties that actually traded, how much buyers paid, and what those transactions reveal about the current market.

Across tracked Iowa markets, the quarter recorded 20 priced sales totaling $49.3 million, excluding a separately identified build-to-rent portfolio from the standard sales figures.

The report also breaks down pricing by market and building class, highlights recent sale comps, and examines where the gap between asking prices and closed deals deserves a closer look.

If you're underwriting acquisitions, preparing to sell, or evaluating your portfolio, reliable transaction data matters.

Know the comps. Understand the market. Make better decisions.

📖 Read the full report or call (515) 639-0145 and we can discuss it.

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Table of Contents Thoughts From Jared Executive Summary Active Inventory vs. Sales Volume Rural & Other Iowa Markets Iowa Economy – Q3 2026 National Economy · Multifamily Market Q3 2026 Closed Sale Comps Active Listings Snapshot Behind the Desk Thoughts From Jared “What year is it?” Lately I....

10/16/2026

If You're Still Using 2021 Pricing, Read This.

FULL QUARTER REPORT LINK HERE: https://katalystteam.com/quarterly-report-q32026/

The market you bought into may not be the market you're selling into.

Higher borrowing costs, changing property assessments, and shifting buyer expectations are forcing investors to reconsider how they value multifamily assets.

Our Q3 2026 Iowa Multifamily Quarterly Report examines recent transactions, current asking prices, cap rate trends, and the economic conditions influencing investment decisions.

For buyers, the challenge is finding properties that still work under today's financing assumptions. For owners, it's understanding how operations, net operating income, and refinancing decisions affect long-term performance.

The numbers that justified a deal a few years ago may not tell the whole story today.

Before you make your next move, make sure you're using the right market data.

📖 Read the full report or call (515) 639-0145 and we can discuss it.

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Table of Contents Thoughts From Jared Executive Summary Active Inventory vs. Sales Volume Rural & Other Iowa Markets Iowa Economy – Q3 2026 National Economy · Multifamily Market Q3 2026 Closed Sale Comps Active Listings Snapshot Behind the Desk Thoughts From Jared “What year is it?” Lately I....

10/15/2026

Inventory Just Doubled. Here's What That Means.

FULL QUARTER REPORT LINK HERE: https://katalystteam.com/quarterly-report-q32026/

More properties are hitting the market. But does more inventory automatically mean better deals?

That's the question investors should be asking.

Our Q3 2026 Iowa Multifamily Quarterly Report tracks 64 active listings across Iowa, up from 32 at the time of our Q2 report. Meanwhile, 20 priced sales totaling $49.3 million were recorded across the tracked markets.

Those numbers offer a closer look at the growing selection of properties and the transactions actually getting done.

Inside, you'll find market-by-market activity, recent salecomparisons, cap rate data, and insights into where asking prices may be diverging from closed-sale prices.

Don't just watch the market. Understand what it's telling you.

📖 Read the full report or call (515) 639-0145 and we can discuss it.
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Table of Contents Thoughts From Jared Executive Summary Active Inventory vs. Sales Volume Rural & Other Iowa Markets Iowa Economy – Q3 2026 National Economy · Multifamily Market Q3 2026 Closed Sale Comps Active Listings Snapshot Behind the Desk Thoughts From Jared “What year is it?” Lately I....

10/14/2026

Is Commercial Real Estate Entering a Great Reset?

FULL QUARTER REPORT LINK HERE: https://katalystteam.com/quarterly-report-q32026/

Every real estate cycle has a turning point.

For some, it creates uncertainty. For others, it creates opportunity.

In our Q3 2026 Iowa Multifamily Quarterly Report, Jared shares his perspective on today's market, rising borrowing costs, changing property values, and what investors should be watching as the cycle unfolds.

The report also examines Iowa sales activity, cap rates, active listings, and the economic indicators shaping the market.

Whether you're concerned about refinancing an existing property or searching for your next acquisition, this is a time to look beyond yesterday's pricing and focus on what today's numbers support.

Cycles change. Strategies should, too.

Read the latest report and see what the data is telling us.

Our Q3 2026 Iowa Multifamily Quarterly Report, tells an important story about where the market has been — and where we believe it's heading.

📖 Read the full report or call (515) 639-0145 and we can discuss it.

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Table of Contents Thoughts From Jared Executive Summary Active Inventory vs. Sales Volume Rural & Other Iowa Markets Iowa Economy – Q3 2026 National Economy · Multifamily Market Q3 2026 Closed Sale Comps Active Listings Snapshot Behind the Desk Thoughts From Jared “What year is it?” Lately I....