$39,000
- 3,104 Sq Ft
311 E Joy St, Red Oak, IA 51566
Lisa Pringle
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Good Life Group
(712) 423-6377
Frequently Asked Questions Why Live in Red Oak
Is Red Oak a good place to live?
Red Oak is a good place to live. Red Oak is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable. Red Oak has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 43. The average household income is $70,344 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 16.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Red Oak are home owners, with 35.6% of residents renting and 64.4% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Red Oak can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Red Oak neighborhood guide.
Is Red Oak, IA a safe neighborhood?
Red Oak, IA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Red Oak?
The median home price in Red Oak is $169,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $34,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $840 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $36K a year to afford the median home price in Red Oak. The average household income in Red Oak is $70K.
What are the best public schools in Red Oak?
The best public schools that serve Red Oak are:
- Red Oak Junior/Senior High School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Inman Primary School has a C- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 14:1.
- Red Oak Early Childhood Center has a student teacher ratio of 17:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Red Oak, Red Oak, IA?
Are home prices dropping in Red Oak?
Yes, home prices in Red Oak are down 3% in the last 12 months.
