Looking for affordable housing options in Iowa?

Your investment here would have seen one of the highest appreciation rates on our list over just five years.

Your investment here would have appreciated significantly in just five years while remaining under $90,000.

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Your home here would average $89,051.75 in 2025, though historical data isnt available to track growth patterns.

Your proximity to Storm Lake gives you access to additional amenities while maintaining housing costs significantly below state averages.

Your investment here would have doubled in 15 years while starting from an exceptionally low base price.

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Your home here would average $81,308.34 in 2025, up 37.21% from $59,256.80 in 2010.

Youll find this strong appreciation rate particularly compelling when combined with entry prices that remain well below $80,000.

Rolfe

Tucked away in Pocahontas County, Rolfe offers you homes averaging $75,338.01 in 2025.

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Youll appreciate the strong growth trajectory, with values increasing 44% since 2020 when homes averaged $40,127.28.

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