Housing in Cresco, IA
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$195,011
Cresco vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Cresco is highlighted.
Median Home Value
23rd%ilemost expensive$105,200show rank
Median Rent
32nd%ilemost expensive rent$814show rank
Rent Burden
32nd%ilehighest rent burden16.1%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$105,200
Median Rent
$814
Total Housing Units
1,795
Vacancy Rate
15.5%
Owner Occupied
71.0%
Renter Occupied
29.0%
Median Property Tax
$1,866
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$823
Housing Types
Single Family89.3%
Multi-Family10.7%
Mobile Home0.0%
The median home value in Cresco, IA is $105,200. According to Zillow, the home value index for Cresco is $195,011. The median rent is $814 per month (Census ACS). About 71.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1948. There are 1,795 total housing units.