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$448,610$287 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $325,000 on Sep 1, 2020

1041 CARDINAL DR

POLK CITY, IA 50226
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,561 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2018
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$449K
$412K low$486K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$325,000 · Sep 1, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,206 (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.$413,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$89,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$323,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$380,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$413,000

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.8 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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Deck · 168 ft²Porch · 20 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.

E
West Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.8 mi
H
North Polk High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.5 mi
M
North Polk Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.6 mi

District: North Polk Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50226These 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.51
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.43%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,382
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.304 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$134,536
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$142,835
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

1041 Cardinal Dr 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.

  • Worth more than 85% of homes in Polk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Polk County
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Polk City 50226

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

This home
$151K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Polk City 50226.

How it measures up in Polk City 50226

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Polk City 50226.

Estimated value$448,610
CheaperTypical $445,569Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$287
CheaperTypical $252Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,561 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,728 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built2018
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 1041 Cardinal Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePolk City 50226Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$448,61050% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28769% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,561 ft²38% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac37% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than201881% of homes93% of homes

About 1041 Cardinal Dr

How much is 1041 Cardinal Dr, Polk City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1041 Cardinal Dr, Polk City, IA is $448,610 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $411,582 to $485,638. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1041 Cardinal Dr, Polk City, IA last sell?

1041 Cardinal Dr, Polk City, IA last sold on Sep 1, 2020 for $325,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1041 Cardinal Dr, Polk City, IA?

1041 Cardinal Dr, Polk City, IA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,561 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 1041 Cardinal Dr, Polk City, IA built?

1041 Cardinal Dr, Polk City, IA was built in 2018, making it 8 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1041 Cardinal Dr, Polk City, IA?

1041 Cardinal Dr, Polk City, IA is assigned to West Elementary School (elementary); North Polk High School (high), rated A; North Polk Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in North Polk Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1041 Cardinal Dr, Polk City, IA compare to other homes in Polk City 50226?

Among the 2,890 homes in Polk City 50226, it is worth more than 50% of them ($448,610 against a typical $445,569), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($287 against a typical $252), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,561 ft² against a typical 1,728 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (2018 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 85% 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 1041 Cardinal Dr, Polk City, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1041 Cardinal Dr, Polk City, IA was $7,206. The county assessed it at $413,000.

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