The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 52163 sells for about $300,000, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (+0.3%), a market in balance. Homes take about 120 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $950 a month.
ZIP 52163 — Protivin
The housing market in 52163 is characterized by low inventory and steady demand, resulting in a seller's market. Prices have seen modest growth, driven by limited supply and consistent interest from local buyers.
This area is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with affordable housing options and strong community ties.
Median prices moved up 0.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 120 days on market with 4.5 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.6% · poverty 2.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 9.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 52163, Allamakee County IA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in Allamakee County are generally low and stable, consistent with rural Midwestern trends and significantly lower than national averages.
Schools in the area are primarily served by the Allamakee Community School District, which maintains a stable reputation for rural education standards.
The area faces moderate risks related to river flooding near the Mississippi and seasonal severe weather, with standard insurance coverage available.
Economic momentum is driven by agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism, with limited large-scale industrial development currently underway.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Iowa) — Iowa Property Tax Assessment Limitation: The taxable value is determined by applying an assessment limitation (rollback) to the assessed market value. The limitation is calculated annually to restrict the growth in aggregate taxable value for the residential class to 3% statewide.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling to local employment hubs in Waukon or regional centers via state highways.
The area offers extensive outdoor recreation including Mississippi River access, public parks, hiking trails, and local golf courses.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand, with limited multi-family options available.
The economy is anchored by agriculture, local manufacturing, and small-scale retail, with a focus on regional stability.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use on state and county road networks.
Development is primarily small-scale and focused on maintaining existing infrastructure.
The Allamakee County Assessor manages property valuations based on state-mandated assessment cycles.
Parcels are subject to county, school district, and local municipal tax levies.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional risks associated with flood and severe weather events.
Net domestic migration has been relatively flat, with modest shifts typical of rural Iowa counties.
Iowa is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process.
Sellers are required to provide a standard real estate disclosure form detailing the condition of the property.
Data aggregated from Allamakee County ZCTA-level census reports.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides significant recreational opportunities including boating and fishing.
Large public land area offering hiking, camping, and scenic views.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.