Housing in Denison, IA
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$171,170
Denison vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Denison is highlighted.
Median Home Value
37th%ilemost expensive$137,600show rank
Median Rent
26th%ilemost expensive rent$770show rank
Rent Burden
21st%ilehighest rent burden14.5%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$137,600
Median Rent
$770
Total Housing Units
3,187
Vacancy Rate
6.0%
Owner Occupied
74.1%
Renter Occupied
25.9%
Median Property Tax
$2,323
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$980
Housing Types
Single Family68.8%
Multi-Family22.2%
Mobile Home9.1%
The median home value in Denison, IA is $137,600. According to Zillow, the home value index for Denison is $171,170. The median rent is $770 per month (Census ACS). About 74.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1973. There are 3,187 total housing units.