Housing in Paton, IA
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$179,795
Paton vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Paton is highlighted.
Median Home Value
7th%ilemost expensive$70,000show rank
Median Rent
3rd%ilemost expensive rent$500show rank
Rent Burden
3rd%ilehighest rent burden9.6%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$70,000
Median Rent
$500
Total Housing Units
95
Vacancy Rate
8.4%
Owner Occupied
85.1%
Renter Occupied
14.9%
Median Property Tax
$991
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$750
Housing Types
Single Family94.7%
Multi-Family5.3%
Mobile Home0.0%
The median home value in Paton, IA is $70,000. According to Zillow, the home value index for Paton is $179,795. The median rent is $500 per month (Census ACS). About 85.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1951. There are 95 total housing units.