Housing in Harlan, IA

Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data

Housing Market Snapshot

Source: Zillow — January 2026

Zillow Home Value Index

$193,080

Harlan vs Similar Cities

Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)

Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Harlan is highlighted.

Median Home Value

37th%ilemost expensive$137,500show rank

Median Rent

38th%ilemost expensive rent$856show rank

Rent Burden

51st%ilehighest rent burden18.7%show rank

Census Housing Data

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Median Home Value

$137,500

Median Rent

$856

Total Housing Units

2,304

Vacancy Rate

8.2%

Owner Occupied

68.3%

Renter Occupied

31.7%

Median Property Tax

$2,304

per year

Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)

$911

Housing Types

Single Family

82.6%

Multi-Family

13.5%

Mobile Home

3.9%

The median home value in Harlan, IA is $137,500. According to Zillow, the home value index for Harlan is $193,080. The median rent is $856 per month (Census ACS). About 68.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1956. There are 2,304 total housing units.