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$721,381$495 / 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 90How 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 $650,000 on Nov 26, 2024

1040 WASHINGTON AVE

BENNETT, IA 52721
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,458 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.
4.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$721K
$646K low$797K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$650,000 · Nov 26, 2024
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.$233,881
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$187,105
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.68%
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.$487,500
GREENSTATE CU · recorded Nov 12, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,910 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$259,040 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$253,340
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$259,040
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$259,040

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Tlog Home
CountyCedar
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.35
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Log
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 196 ft²Patio · 100 ft²Porch · 288 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
North Cedar Lowden Elementary CenterB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.5 mi
M
North Cedar Junior/Senior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 9.2 mi

District: North Cedar Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52721These 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.156
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.590
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,212
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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.Yes

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

1040 Washington Ave 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Bennett 52721
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Cedar County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Bennett 52721
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Cedar County
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Bennett 52721

What homes are worth in Bennett 52721

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

This home
$64K$395K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Bennett 52721.

How it measures up in Bennett 52721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bennett 52721.

Estimated value$721,381
CheaperTypical $158,676Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$495
CheaperTypical $98Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,458 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,614 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size4.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1916Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 1040 Washington Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBennett 52721Cedar County
Estimated valuepricier than$721,381almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$495almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,458 ft²35% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.35 ac73% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than198891% of homes71% of homes

About 1040 Washington Ave

How much is 1040 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1040 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA is $721,381 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $646,119 to $796,643. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1040 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA last sell?

1040 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA last sold on Nov 26, 2024 for $650,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1040 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA?

1040 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,458 square feet of living space and a 4.35-acre lot.

When was 1040 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA built?

1040 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a tlog home home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1040 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA?

1040 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA is assigned to North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center (elementary), rated B; North Cedar Junior/Senior High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in North Cedar Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1040 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA compare to other homes in Bennett 52721?

Among the 324 homes in Bennett 52721, it is worth more than almost all of them ($721,381 against a typical $158,676), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($495 against a typical $98), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,458 ft² against a typical 1,614 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (4.35 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than 91% of them (1988 against a typical 1916). Measured against all of Cedar County, it is worth more than almost all 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 1040 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1040 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA was $2,910. The county assessed it at $259,040.

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