Mount Sterling, IA

Mount Sterling is a small town located in Sac County, Iowa. The population was 1,837 at the 2010 census. Mount Sterling is best known for its real estate market. The median home price in Mount Sterling was $128,000 in December of 2016. The town has a population of mostly farmers and ranchers who have been able to capitalize on the current real estate market.

The history of Mount Sterling dates back to 1853 when the railroad came through the area. At that time, there were only a few settlers in the area and they all began to move into town soon after the railroad arrived. In 1884, Mount Sterling became an incorporated city and it has continued to grow since then. Today, there are several businesses located in Mount Sterling including a bank, grocery store, hardware store, restaurant and several other small businesses.

The main source of income for residents of Mount Sterling is from their real estate market which has been very strong over the past few years. The average home price in Mount Sterling was $128,000 as of December 2016 which makes it one of the most expensive towns in Iowa. There are currently twelve homes available for sale in Mount Sterling which is about average for this time of year.