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$173,655$89 / 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 72How 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 $25,000 on Aug 29, 2018

1042 IOWA RIVER DR

DORCHESTER, IA 52140
4
Beds
3 / 2
Baths
1,944 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.
2.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$174K
$125K low$222K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$25,000 · Aug 29, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,692 (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.$279,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$278,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$224,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$279,800

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.47 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
CountyALLAMAKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
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.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.Patio · 168 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
West Campus Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 11.7 mi
M
Waukon Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.7 mi
H
Waukon High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.7 mi

District: Allamakee Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52140These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.848
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,154
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,915
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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.61%

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How this home compares

1042 Iowa River 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 less than 82% of homes in Dorchester 52140
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Dorchester 52140
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Allamakee County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Dorchester 52140

What homes are worth in Dorchester 52140

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

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$73K$727K

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Dorchester 52140.

How it measures up in Dorchester 52140

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 52140.

Estimated value$173,655
CheaperTypical $295,657Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$89
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,944 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,462 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size2.5 ac
SmallerTypical 16.63 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 1042 Iowa River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchester 52140Allamakee County
Estimated valuepricier than$173,65518% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$896% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,944 ft²77% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.5 ac21% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than196447% of homes45% of homes

About 1042 Iowa River Dr

How much is 1042 Iowa River Dr, Dorchester, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1042 Iowa River Dr, Dorchester, IA is $173,655 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $125,062 to $222,248. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1042 Iowa River Dr, Dorchester, IA last sell?

1042 Iowa River Dr, Dorchester, IA last sold on Aug 29, 2018 for $25,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1042 Iowa River Dr, Dorchester, IA?

1042 Iowa River Dr, Dorchester, IA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,944 square feet of living space and a 2.50-acre lot.

When was 1042 Iowa River Dr, Dorchester, IA built?

1042 Iowa River Dr, Dorchester, IA was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1042 Iowa River Dr, Dorchester, IA?

1042 Iowa River Dr, Dorchester, IA is assigned to West Campus Elementary School (elementary); Waukon Middle School (middle), rated A; Waukon High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Allamakee Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1042 Iowa River Dr, Dorchester, IA compare to other homes in Dorchester 52140?

Among the 316 homes in Dorchester 52140, it is worth more than 18% of them ($173,655 against a typical $295,657), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($89 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,944 ft² against a typical 1,462 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (2.5 ac against a typical 16.63 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1964 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Allamakee County, it is worth more than 37% 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 1042 Iowa River Dr, Dorchester, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1042 Iowa River Dr, Dorchester, IA was $2,692. The county assessed it at $279,800.

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