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$123,647$132 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $26,000 on Jul 26, 2012

1008 RIDDLE ST

GOWRIE, IA 50543
3
Beds
1
Baths
939 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$124K
$116K low$131K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$26,000 · Jul 26, 2012
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$77,482
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$61,986
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.39%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$46,165
HEARTLAND BANK · recorded Oct 3, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$870 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$58,450 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,190
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$50,260
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$54,740
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$58,450

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountyWEBSTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 208 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Southeast Valley High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.1 mi
E
Farnhamville Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 7.4 mi
M
Southeast Valley Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 10.6 mi

District: Southeast Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50543These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,589
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.20 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,434
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,324
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1008 Riddle St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Gowrie 50543
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Gowrie 50543
  • Older than 79% of homes in Webster County

What homes are worth in Gowrie 50543

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$45K$457K

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Gowrie 50543.

How it measures up in Gowrie 50543

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gowrie 50543.

Estimated value$123,647
CheaperTypical $137,562Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$132
CheaperTypical $94Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area939 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,529 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 1008 Riddle St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGowrie 50543Webster County
Estimated valuepricier than$123,64743% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13272% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than939 ft²9% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac38% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than191026% of homes21% of homes

About 1008 Riddle St

How much is 1008 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1008 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA is $123,647 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $115,898 to $131,396. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1008 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA last sell?

1008 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA last sold on Jul 26, 2012 for $26,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1008 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA?

1008 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 939 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 1008 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA built?

1008 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1008 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA?

1008 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA is assigned to Southeast Valley High School (high), rated C-; Farnhamville Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Southeast Valley Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Southeast Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1008 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA compare to other homes in Gowrie 50543?

Among the 625 homes in Gowrie 50543, it is worth more than 43% of them ($123,647 against a typical $137,562), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($132 against a typical $94), it is bigger than 9% of them (939 ft² against a typical 1,529 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1910 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Webster County, it is worth more than 45% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1008 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1008 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA was $870. The county assessed it at $58,450.

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