52246 — Iowa City, IA Home Values
Typical home value $308,255 as of July 2026 · 10th of 23 in Iowa City, IA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 52246, July 2021 to July 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 52246 compares in the Iowa City, IA area
ZIP code 52246 (Iowa City, IA) has a typical home value of $308,255 as of July 2026, ranking 10th of 23 ZIP codes tracked in the Iowa City, IA area, more expensive than about 61% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.3% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +26.2%, from $244,282 in July 2021 to $308,255 in July 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 20× the annual rent ($1,284/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Iowa City, IA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Iowa City.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 52246 has a population of 21,944, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 64.5% White, 13.1% Black or African American, 11.9% Asian, 6.3% Hispanic or Latino, 3.9% two or more races, 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Weber Elementary | 3850 Rohret Road, Iowa City, IA | 0.2 mi |
| West Senior High School | 2901 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA | 0.9 mi |
| Norman Borlaug Elementary School | 1000 Kennedy Parkway, Coralville, IA | 1.6 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 52246?
$308,255 as of July 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 52246 an expensive ZIP code in the Iowa City, IA area?
52246 ranks 10th of 23 ZIP codes in the Iowa City, IA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 61% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 52246 changed over the past year?
+3.3% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 52246?
The typical home price is 20× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,284/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 52246?
21,944, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 52246?
Weber Elementary (0.2 mi), West Senior High School (0.9 mi), Norman Borlaug Elementary School (1.6 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 52246?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of July 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Iowa City, IA forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.