Griswold, IA—51535
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Griswold, IA
Griswold, IA lacks sufficient home price data for analysis.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $177,000 | 7.3% |
| Single Family | $177,000 | 6.6% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $128,000 | 3.2% |
3 Bed | $188,000 | 6.2% |
4 Bed | $270,000 | 9.8% |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Griswold, IA
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Griswold, IA is $650, with a year-over-year rent change of 4.5%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Griswold, IA is 1-bedrooms: $650. The most common rental property sizes in Griswold, IA are 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom, accounting for 39.1% and 36.7% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $650 | $650 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | $650 | $650 |
| 2 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 3 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 4 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Griswold, IA
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Griswold, IA is 83. This is a increase of 32.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market longer than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 0.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $144,000 | -31.0% |
Listing Count | 10 | 17.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.2% | 17.0% |
Days on Market | 83 | 32.0% |
Demographics — Griswold, IA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Griswold, IA has a population of 1,770, which has decreased by -5.0% over the past 5 years. Griswold, IA is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 22.9% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 19.8% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are some residents working remotely, with 14.3% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 1,770 | -5.0% |
% Under 18 | 22.9% | -25.6% |
% Seniors | 25.5% | 40.9% |
% WFH | 14.3% | 155.4% |
% w/ College Degree | 19.8% | 15.1% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Griswold, IA is a predominantly white area, with 93.3% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 0.4% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Griswold, IA is hispanic, making up 3.3% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 0.7% of the population in Griswold, IA, and this percentage has decreased by 68.2% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting fewer immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 93.3% | -0.4% |
% Black | 0.0% | N/A |
% Hispanic | 3.3% | 230.0% |
% Asian | 0.0% | -100.0% |
% Foreign Born | 0.7% | -68.2% |
Mortgage and Risk — Griswold, IA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 29 mortgage originations in Griswold, IA, of which 86.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 58.0%, with 17.0% above 90% LTV (elevated). This implies medium mortgage risk in Griswold, IA. Investor activity is low, as 10.0% of loans were by investors. 10.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting few homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 29 |
% Conventional Loans | 86.0% |
% Government Loans | 14.0% |
% Investor Loans | 10.0% |
% Second Loans | 0.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 10.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Griswold, IA
Griswold, IA lacks sufficient Section 8 program data for analysis.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 12 |
Total Units Section 8 | 12 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 14.1% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 94.0% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $230 | $650 | $880 |
| 2 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,060 |
| 3 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,410 |
| 4 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,560 |
Affordability — Griswold, IA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 1.8 |
| Median Home Price | $177,000 |
| Median Household Income | $83,900 |