Cute Little c.1911 Iowa Bungalow For Sale Under $59K

Pros

• Affordable housing. Recent Census-based data puts the median owner-occupied home value around $100,000, substantially below Iowa and U.S. levels.

• Quiet, small-town atmosphere. With roughly 200 residents, Onslow offers a much slower pace and less traffic than a larger city.

• Good access to nature. The surrounding area has prairie, river access, hiking and outdoor recreation. Hamilton and Tapken Prairie Preserve and Supples Bridge Access are examples right around Onslow.

• Low housing density and mostly single-family homes. About 94% of housing units are single-unit structures, and roughly 79% of occupied homes are owner-occupied.

• A local community feel. There is at least a small local dining scene, including Aunt B’S-Onslow Cafe, which can be appealing if you like knowing your neighbors and supporting local businesses.

• Reasonable access to larger communities. Onslow is part of the Cedar Rapids metro area, so you’re not completely isolated even though the town itself is tiny.

Cons

• Very limited amenities. You won’t have the shopping, restaurants, entertainment, medical facilities, or services you’d find in a larger town. Even basic grocery shopping may require driving to a nearby community.

• You will probably need a car. Census data shows essentially all workers drive or carpool, and the average commute is about 30 minutes.

• Limited local employment. A town this small naturally has few jobs, so many residents commute elsewhere.