The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 52172 sells for about $165,000, or $115 per square foot.
Homes take about 89 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $793 a month.
ZIP 52172 — Waukon
The housing market in 52172 is characterized by stable, affordable pricing with a median sale price of $165,000. Inventory remains limited, and the market is driven by local demand for single-family homes in a quiet, rural setting. Market activity is consistent with regional trends in Northeast Iowa.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, affordable, and small-town living environment with access to outdoor recreation.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 89 days on market with 6.6 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.8% · poverty 8.3% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 52172, 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.
Educational facilities for younger students are located within reasonable distances, providing practical access to local schools.
The area serves as the county seat for Allamakee County, with a local economy supported by regional services and agriculture.
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.
The area is rural with straightforward vehicle access; most residents rely on personal vehicles for local travel.
Residents have access to local parks and outdoor activities, including hiking and kayaking opportunities in the surrounding Driftless region.
The rental market is characterized by single-family homes and townhouses, with limited inventory and stable demand.
The economy is anchored by the county seat functions of Waukon, with a mix of local retail, services, and agricultural industry.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, serving as a regional hub for Allamakee County.
Development is primarily focused on residential maintenance and small-scale local improvements.
The Allamakee County Assessor manages property valuations for tax purposes across the county.
Parcels are subject to local school district and municipal tax levies.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles.
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.
- Waukon City Park4.61.8 mi
- Cowboy & Bull4.82.3 mi
- Waukon City Park4.61.8 mi
- S&S Houseboat Rentals4.914.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides local green space and recreational facilities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.