The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 52584 sells for about $158,000, or $123 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.7% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 50 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $747 a month.
ZIP 52584 — Pulaski
The housing market in the 52501 area remains stable with modest price appreciation and consistent demand. Low inventory levels continue to support current pricing, making it a competitive environment for buyers despite the broader economic climate.
This area is well-suited for families and first-time homebuyers seeking affordable housing options and a stable, small-city lifestyle.
Median prices moved up 1.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 50 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 9.0% · poverty 11.2% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 52501, Wapello County IA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the area are generally consistent with regional averages for similar-sized Midwestern cities, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools in the area are primarily served by the Ottumwa Community School District, which provides a range of public education options with varying performance metrics.
The area faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including potential for severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding near the Des Moines River basin.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing, healthcare, and education sectors, with ongoing efforts to revitalize the downtown corridor.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Iowa) — Iowa Property Tax Assessment Limitation: The taxable value is determined by applying an assessment limitation (rollback) to the assessed market value. The limitation is calculated annually to restrict the growth in aggregate taxable value for the residential class to 3% statewide.
Commutes are generally short, with most residents traveling within the city or to nearby employment hubs via local highway corridors.
The area features several local parks, the Des Moines River for outdoor activities, and basic retail shopping centers within the city limits.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand and limited inventory, with rents remaining relatively affordable compared to national averages.
The economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare services, and the local school district, providing a stable employment base.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, with major highway access facilitating regional travel.
Development is focused on infill projects and the modernization of existing commercial infrastructure.
The Wapello County Assessor manages property valuations for tax purposes, following state-mandated assessment cycles.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and municipal service fees.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, though coverage for wind and storm damage is a standard consideration.
Data retrieved from census.gov ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Large recreational area with trails and sports facilities.
Provides fishing and boating access.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.