Housing in Malcom, IA
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$208,596
Malcom vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Malcom is highlighted.
Median Home Value
25th%ilemost expensive$110,100show rank
Median Rent
14th%ilemost expensive rent$675show rank
Rent Burden
6th%ilehighest rent burden11.1%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$110,100
Median Rent
$675
Total Housing Units
124
Vacancy Rate
9.7%
Owner Occupied
84.8%
Renter Occupied
15.2%
Median Property Tax
$1,375
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$877
Housing Types
Single Family84.7%
Multi-Family12.9%
Mobile Home2.4%
The median home value in Malcom, IA is $110,100. According to Zillow, the home value index for Malcom is $208,596. The median rent is $675 per month (Census ACS). About 84.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1971. There are 124 total housing units.