Mediapolis, IA—52637
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
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Home Price Trends — Mediapolis, IA
As of Oct '25, the median home price in Mediapolis, IA is $198,000, with a year-over-year change of 5.2%. This indicates that home prices in Mediapolis, IA are increasing. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is -0.7%, suggesting a relatively flat housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $198,000 | 5.2% |
| Single Family | $198,000 | 5.3% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $152,000 | 6.3% |
3 Bed | $207,000 | 5.6% |
4 Bed | $213,000 | 6.0% |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Mediapolis, IA
Mediapolis, IA lacks sufficient rental market data for analysis.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $595 | $668 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | $650 | $672 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $595 | $595 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $410 | $604 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $1,010 | $1,010 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Mediapolis, IA
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Mediapolis, IA is 70. This is a decrease of -12.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market shorter 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 | $299,000 | 20.0% |
Listing Count | 7 | -44.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.4% | -44.0% |
Days on Market | 70 | -12.0% |
Demographics — Mediapolis, IA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Mediapolis, IA has a population of 3,050, which has increased by 14.3% over the past 5 years. Mediapolis, IA is a popular place for families, as children make up 28.9% of the population. The area has a moderately educated workforce, with 29.0% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 6.1% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 3,050 | 14.3% |
% Under 18 | 28.9% | 2.5% |
% Seniors | 19.7% | 20.1% |
% WFH | 6.1% | 29.8% |
% w/ College Degree | 29.0% | 2.5% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Mediapolis, IA is a predominantly white area, with 86.7% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 10.9% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Mediapolis, IA is hispanic, making up 2.7% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 1.5% of the population in Mediapolis, IA, and this percentage has increased by 150.0% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting more immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 86.7% | -10.9% |
% Black | 0.7% | -22.2% |
% Hispanic | 2.7% | 800.0% |
% Asian | 2.0% | 566.7% |
% Foreign Born | 1.5% | 150.0% |
Mortgage and Risk — Mediapolis, IA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 64 mortgage originations in Mediapolis, IA, of which 91.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 57.0%, with 22.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Mediapolis, IA. Investor activity is low, as 0.0% of loans were by investors. 6.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting few homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 64 |
% Conventional Loans | 91.0% |
% Government Loans | 9.0% |
% Investor Loans | 0.0% |
% Second Loans | 0.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 6.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Mediapolis, IA
Mediapolis, IA lacks sufficient Section 8 program data for analysis.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 2 |
Total Units Section 8 | 2 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | N/A |
% Occupied Section 8 | N/A |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $60 | $650 | $710 |
| 2 Bedroom | $335 | $595 | $930 |
| 3 Bedroom | $740 | $410 | $1,150 |
| 4 Bedroom | $230 | $1,010 | $1,240 |
Affordability — Mediapolis, IA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 2.3 |
| Median Home Price | $198,000 |
| Median Household Income | $77,400 |