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$168,804$117 / 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 76How 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 $14,500 on Nov 24, 2008

1218 2ND ST SE

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52401
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,440 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.
4,181 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$169K
$129K low$209K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$14,500 · Nov 24, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,666 (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.$93,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$90,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$101,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$93,300

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.41 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.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
CountyLINN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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.Central
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.DeckPatio · 200 ft²Porch · 108 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
McKinley STEAM AcademyD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Grant Wood Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.5 mi
H
Washington High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Cedar Rapids Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52401These 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.186
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,387
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,782 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$40,002
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,895
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

1218 2nd St Se 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 77% of homes in Linn County
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Linn County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Cedar Rapids 52401
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Linn County
  • Among the oldest homes in Linn County

What homes are worth in Cedar Rapids 52401

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

This home
$48K$573K

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Cedar Rapids 52401.

How it measures up in Cedar Rapids 52401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cedar Rapids 52401.

Estimated value$168,804
CheaperTypical $147,398Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$117
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,440 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,023 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size4,181 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1946Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 1218 2nd St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCedar Rapids 52401Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$168,80456% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11749% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,440 ft²77% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,181 ft²12% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than18805% of homesalmost no homes

About 1218 2nd St Se

How much is 1218 2nd St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1218 2nd St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA is $168,804 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $128,943 to $208,665. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1218 2nd St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA last sell?

1218 2nd St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA last sold on Nov 24, 2008 for $14,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1218 2nd St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA?

1218 2nd St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,440 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 1218 2nd St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA built?

1218 2nd St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1218 2nd St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA?

1218 2nd St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA is assigned to McKinley STEAM Academy (middle), rated D-; Grant Wood Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Washington High School (high), rated D. All sit in Cedar Rapids Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1218 2nd St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA compare to other homes in Cedar Rapids 52401?

Among the 743 homes in Cedar Rapids 52401, it is worth more than 56% of them ($168,804 against a typical $147,398), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($117 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,440 ft² against a typical 1,023 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (4,181 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1880 against a typical 1946). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than 23% 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 1218 2nd St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1218 2nd St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA was $1,666. The county assessed it at $93,300.

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