52536 — Blakesburg, IA Home Values
Typical home value $242,670 as of June 2026 · 1st of 5 in Ottumwa, IA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 52536, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 52536 compares in the Ottumwa, IA area
ZIP code 52536 (Blakesburg, IA) has a typical home value of $242,670 as of June 2026, ranking 1st of 5 ZIP codes tracked in the Ottumwa, IA area, the most expensive ZIP code in the metro. Prices here have moved +9.3% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +50.8%, from $160,883 in June 2021 to $242,670 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Ottumwa, IA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Ottumwa.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 52536 has a population of 713, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 94% White, 5.7% two or more races, and 0.3% Asian.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blakesburg Elementary | 407 S Wilson, Blakesburg, IA | 1.5 mi |
| Pickwick Early Childhood Center | 1306 W Williams, Ottumwa, IA | 9.1 mi |
| Liberty Elementary School | 50 Traxler Drive, Ottumwa, IA | 9.3 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 52536?
$242,670 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 52536 an expensive ZIP code in the Ottumwa, IA area?
52536 ranks 1st of 5 ZIP codes in the Ottumwa, IA area by typical home value, the most expensive ZIP code in the metro.
How much have home values in 52536 changed over the past year?
+9.3% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 52536?
713, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 52536?
Blakesburg Elementary (1.5 mi), Pickwick Early Childhood Center (9.1 mi), Liberty Elementary School (9.3 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 52536?
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 Ottumwa, 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.