Housing in Benson, MN
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$174,795
Benson vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Benson is highlighted.
Median Home Value
40th%ilemost expensive$146,100show rank
Median Rent
49th%ilemost expensive rent$939show rank
Rent Burden
72nd%ilehighest rent burden22.0%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$146,100
Median Rent
$939
Total Housing Units
1,617
Vacancy Rate
8.9%
Owner Occupied
62.9%
Renter Occupied
37.1%
Median Property Tax
$1,354
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$710
Housing Types
Single Family77.0%
Multi-Family22.5%
Mobile Home0.5%
The median home value in Benson, MN is $146,100. According to Zillow, the home value index for Benson is $174,795. The median rent is $939 per month (Census ACS). About 62.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1959. There are 1,617 total housing units.