Real Estate Investing in Winneshiek County, Iowa

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5 ZIP codes • Population: 16,342

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (61/100)

Mixed signals β€” some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
WEAK
2.4 / 5 (39/100)

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

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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2.4/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

7.1% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $292,319
Avg Monthly Rent $881
ZIP Codes 5

Investing in Winneshiek County Real Estate

Winneshiek County spans 5 ZIP codes across 5 cities in Iowa, with a population of 16,342. The county's muted investment metrics reflect deeper structural challenges β€” worth studying before making commitments.

Across Winneshiek's 5 ZIPs, the investment landscape runs soft: thin appreciation, soft rents, and demographic trends that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

Demographics in Winneshiek show real pressure β€” $N/AK median income is thin relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Avg Home Value
$292,319
Avg Monthly Rent
$881
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (IA)
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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Winneshiek County

1 College 1,463 Students
C+
Luther College
4-Year Private Β· 1,463 students

Cities in Winneshiek County

ZIP Codes in Winneshiek County, IA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Winneshiek County

What is the typical home price in, IA?

Homes in, IA typically sell near $292K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which reliable long-term demand.

How much rent can I charge in, IA?

Rents in, IA run near $881/mo. Compared with median home prices of $292K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

How strong is the working-renter base in, IA?

Tenant demand in, IA is solid. The local workforce $881/mo rents across most rental classes.

How does, IA rank within IA?

Relative to IA as a whole, ranks broadly in line with. The local 2.4/5 score summarizes the position.

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