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Iowa Mortgage Guide

Everything you need to know about getting a mortgage in Iowa: property tax landscape, closing costs, and first time buyer programs.

At a glance

Iowa by the numbers

Median home value
$185,000
Effective property tax rate
1.47%
Median annual property tax
$2,522
Avg. homeowners insurance
$2,050/yr
Transfer tax
0.160%
Attorney required at closing
No

Tools

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