Magnolia, IA

Magnolia is a small town located in southwest Iowa. The population was 2,814 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Buena Vista County. The city has a historic downtown district with many buildings from the early 20th century. The city also has a newer commercial district with stores and restaurants.

Real estate in Magnolia is generally expensive due to its location and proximity to Des Moines and other larger cities. However, there are a few affordable neighborhoods in the city. The median home price in Magnolia was $236,000 in 2017, which is higher than the Iowa median home price of $184,500 but lower than the national median home price of $269,900.

The city's economy is based largely on agriculture and manufacturing. However, since 2000 there has been an increase in services such as health care and education. There are several hospitals located within close proximity to Magnolia including Mercy Medical Center and Des Moines University Hospital (DMU). DMU also has a medical school that attracts students from all over the country.

The schools in Magnolia are generally good quality with strong academic programs. There are several private schools available as well as several public schools that serve all grades levels from pre-kindergarten through high school graduation .

Overall, real estate in Magnolia is expensive but offers good quality housing options for those who can afford it .