50248 — Story City, IA Home Values
Typical home value $291,446 as of June 2026 · 8th of 19 in Ames, IA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 50248, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 50248 compares in the Ames, IA area
ZIP code 50248 (Story City, IA) has a typical home value of $291,446 as of June 2026, ranking 8th of 19 ZIP codes tracked in the Ames, IA area, more expensive than about 63% 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 +30.2%, from $223,903 in June 2021 to $291,446 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Ames, IA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Ames.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 50248 has a population of 4,300, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 94.8% White, 3.7% Hispanic or Latino, 0.8% two or more races, 0.6% Black or African American, and 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Roland-Story High School | 1009 Story St, Story City, IA | 1.3 mi |
| Roland-Story Elementary School | 900 Hillcrest Dr, Story City, IA | 1.3 mi |
| Gilbert Middle School | 201 E. Mathews, Gilbert, IA | 5.9 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 50248?
$291,446 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 50248 an expensive ZIP code in the Ames, IA area?
50248 ranks 8th of 19 ZIP codes in the Ames, IA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 63% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 50248 changed over the past year?
+5.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 50248?
4,300, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 50248?
Roland-Story High School (1.3 mi), Roland-Story Elementary School (1.3 mi), Gilbert Middle School (5.9 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 50248?
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 Ames, 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.