Housing in Algona, IA
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$175,958
Algona vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Algona is highlighted.
Median Home Value
43rd%ilemost expensive$156,200show rank
Median Rent
43rd%ilemost expensive rent$887show rank
Rent Burden
61st%ilehighest rent burden20.3%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$156,200
Median Rent
$887
Total Housing Units
2,710
Vacancy Rate
6.4%
Owner Occupied
65.1%
Renter Occupied
34.9%
Median Property Tax
$2,163
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$855
Housing Types
Single Family75.2%
Multi-Family24.8%
Mobile Home0.0%
The median home value in Algona, IA is $156,200. According to Zillow, the home value index for Algona is $175,958. The median rent is $887 per month (Census ACS). About 65.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1970. There are 2,710 total housing units.