52401 — Cedar Rapids, IA Home Values
Typical home value $123,279 as of June 2026 · 48th of 48 in Cedar Rapids, IA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 52401, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 52401 compares in the Cedar Rapids, IA area
ZIP code 52401 (Cedar Rapids, IA) has a typical home value of $123,279 as of June 2026, ranking 48th of 48 ZIP codes tracked in the Cedar Rapids, IA area, more expensive than about 2% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +5.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +20.5%, from $102,299 in June 2021 to $123,279 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 7.5× the annual rent ($1,369/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 Cedar Rapids, IA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Cedar Rapids.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 52401 has a population of 2,192, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 65.8% White, 23.5% Black or African American, 5.8% Hispanic or Latino, 2.1% two or more races, 2% Asian, and 0.7% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Metro High School | 1212 7th ST SE, Cedar Rapids, IA | 0.4 mi |
| McKinley STEAM Academy | 620 10th ST SE, Cedar Rapids, IA | 0.4 mi |
| City View High | 501 1st St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA | 0.4 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 52401?
$123,279 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 52401 an expensive ZIP code in the Cedar Rapids, IA area?
52401 ranks 48th of 48 ZIP codes in the Cedar Rapids, IA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 2% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 52401 changed over the past year?
+5.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 52401?
The typical home price is 7.5× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,369/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 52401?
2,192, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 52401?
Metro High School (0.4 mi), McKinley STEAM Academy (0.4 mi), City View High (0.4 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 52401?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Cedar Rapids, 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.