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$61,402$65 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $58,000 on Mar 4, 2024

116 KERN ST

WATERLOO, IA 50703
2
Beds
1
Baths
938 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.
3,008 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
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.

Valuation

$61K
$44K low$79K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$58,000 · Mar 4, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,354 (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.$66,310 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,330
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$61,980
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$55,710
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$66,310

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.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyBLACK HAWK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 56 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.

M
George Washington Carver AcademyF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Waterloo East High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Lincoln Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi

District: Waterloo Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50703These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.18,803
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.200 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,881
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,949
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

116 Kern 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.

  • Worth less than 93% of homes in Black Hawk County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Black Hawk County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Black Hawk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Common Grounds
  • Older than 83% of homes in Black Hawk County

What homes are worth in Waterloo 50703

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

This home
$30K$342K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Waterloo 50703.

How it measures up in Waterloo 50703

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterloo 50703.

Estimated value$61,402
CheaperTypical $77,581Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$65
CheaperTypical $80Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area938 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,056 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size3,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 116 Kern St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCommon GroundsWaterloo 50703Black Hawk County
Estimated valuepricier than$61,40267% of homes34% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6571% of homes37% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than938 ft²35% of homes37% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,008 ft²2% of homes6% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than192569% of homes38% of homes17% of homes

About 116 Kern St

How much is 116 Kern St, Waterloo, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 116 Kern St, Waterloo, IA is $61,402 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $44,072 to $78,732. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 116 Kern St, Waterloo, IA last sell?

116 Kern St, Waterloo, IA last sold on Mar 4, 2024 for $58,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 116 Kern St, Waterloo, IA?

116 Kern St, Waterloo, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 938 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 116 Kern St, Waterloo, IA built?

116 Kern St, Waterloo, IA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 116 Kern St, Waterloo, IA?

116 Kern St, Waterloo, IA is assigned to George Washington Carver Academy (middle), rated F; Waterloo East High School (high), rated F; Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Waterloo Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 116 Kern St, Waterloo, IA compare to other homes in Waterloo 50703?

Among the 7,469 homes in Waterloo 50703, it is worth more than 34% of them ($61,402 against a typical $77,581), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($65 against a typical $80), it is bigger than 37% of them (938 ft² against a typical 1,056 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (3,008 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1925 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Black Hawk County, it is worth more than 7% 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 116 Kern St, Waterloo, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 116 Kern St, Waterloo, IA was $1,354. The county assessed it at $66,310.

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