Des Moines metro, IA relocation guide
Moving to Lacona, IA
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About Lacona
- Small city in southeastern Warren County; population 345 (2020 census), 2024 estimate about 354. - Rural farm community anchored by the Southeast Warren school campus in town and the historic Willis Cabin. - Realtor.com median listing price: price not found (read 2026-09-24).
Home prices in Lacona
Home prices in Lacona vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Lacona
- Willis Cabin
- Lacona city park
- North River corridor
- Indianola (~20 miles northwest)
- Backroads Bar & Grill (local bar & grill, per Warren County tourism)
Commuting from Lacona
- About 20 miles southeast of Indianola; roughly 35–40 minutes southeast of downtown Des Moines (ZIP-level data suggested ~38 minutes for 50139; city-level figure not verified).
Lacona FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Lacona, IA?
Home prices in Lacona vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Lacona, IA?
About 20 miles southeast of Indianola; roughly 35–40 minutes southeast of downtown Des Moines (ZIP-level data suggested ~38 minutes for 50139; city-level figure not verified).
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.