The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 52568 sells for about $108,000, or $85 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.5% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 120 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $440 a month.
ZIP 52568 — Martinsburg
The Keosauqua housing market is characterized by low inventory and slow turnover, reflecting a stable, rural demographic. Prices remain affordable relative to state averages, with minimal year-over-year volatility. Market activity is driven by local demand rather than speculative investment.
This area is best suited for retirees, long-term residents, and those seeking a quiet, low-cost rural lifestyle, as the market lacks the high-density amenities or employment hubs required by commuters or young professionals.
Median prices moved down 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 120 days on market with 7.5 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.0% · poverty 31.3% — 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 2.7%/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 2.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 52565, Van Buren 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.
Keosauqua experiences low levels of reported crime, consistent with the rural character of Van Buren County and significantly lower than national urban averages.
The area is served by the Van Buren County Community School District, which provides rural public education with small class sizes and a focus on community-integrated learning.
The geography is situated along the Des Moines River, presenting localized flood risks in low-lying areas; standard property insurance is generally available but subject to regional hazard assessments.
Economic momentum is modest, driven primarily by local government, agriculture, and small-scale tourism centered on the historic character of the county seat.
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.
Commuting is primarily by private vehicle, with most residents working within Van Buren County or nearby regional hubs; there is no public transit infrastructure.
The area features significant outdoor amenities including Lacey-Keosauqua State Park, the Des Moines River for water recreation, and historic downtown shopping districts.
The rental market is limited in depth, characterized by older housing stock and low turnover, with rents remaining well below state and national medians.
The economy is anchored by local government, agricultural services, and small-scale retail, with limited industrial presence.
Transportation is entirely dependent on personal vehicles, with no public transit or major highway corridors passing through the city.
There are no major large-scale commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction.
The Van Buren County Assessor manages property valuations, utilizing a biennial assessment cycle based on market sales and property characteristics.
Parcels are subject to Van Buren County property taxes and the Van Buren County Community School District levy.
Property insurance remains stable, though premiums are influenced by regional flood risk assessments near the river.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and US Census Bureau QuickFacts.
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.
A large state park offering hiking, camping, and river access.
Provides opportunities for fishing and boating.
Features local businesses and historic architecture.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.