Real Estate Investing in Blairstown, Iowa

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2 ZIP codes • Population: 1,290 • Benton County

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Should you buy in Blairstown, IA? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (62/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • Elevated vacancy: 9.9% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.5% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $294,206
Avg Monthly Rent $909
ZIP Codes 2

Investing in Blairstown Real Estate

Across Blairstown's 2 ZIPs, the picture is tepid: $294K median values, $909/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

The investment case for Blairstown is difficult to make on screen data alone. a challenging fit for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

The $909/mo / $294K relationship in Blairstown looks thin once vacancy and capex are incorporated into underwriting. tilts toward the realized yield tends to disappoint.

Demographics in Blairstown show real pressure — median income of $N/AK is modest relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Avg Home Value
$294,206
Avg Monthly Rent
$909
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (IA)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Cedar Rapids, IA metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
46%
Days Pending
1/2
41 days

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❄️ Cool Market — Cedar Rapids, IA metro
41
Days to pending
10.2%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Blairstown, IA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Blairstown, IA

What type of investing works in Blairstown, IA?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Blairstown, IA. With home values at $294K and rents near $909/mo, other strategies can work but produce even-keeled rather than outsized returns.

Are tenants stable in Blairstown, IA?

Blairstown, IA draws a even-keeled base of working renters. Demand at the $909/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

What are rental rates like in Blairstown, IA?

Rental rates in Blairstown, IA average $909/mo. Tenant demand and $294K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

How strict are landlord regulations in Blairstown, IA?

Rental owners in Blairstown, IA deal with a landlord-friendly legal framework. Most standard eviction processes run on reasonable timelines.

What is the investability score for Blairstown, IA?

Blairstown, IA registers an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $294K and average rents around $909/mo. That combination puts it in the notable tier for investor interest.

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