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$163,542$57 / 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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $536,500 on Aug 28, 2023

1226 WASHINGTON AVE

BENNETT, IA 52721
5
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
2,847 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.
7.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1903
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$164K
$132K low$195K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$536,500 · Aug 28, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,374 (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.$488,690 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,370
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$474,320
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$445,780
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$488,690

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.47
53
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.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.Rural Residence
CountyCEDAR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.60
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.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.Porch · 349 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
Bennett Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 3.0 mi
H
Tipton High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.9 mi
M
Tipton Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 10.8 mi

District: Bennett 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%

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How this home compares

1226 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.

  • Worth less than 70% of homes in Cedar County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Cedar County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Bennett 52721
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Cedar County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Cedar County

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
$56K$399K

This home is worth more than 59% of 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$163,542
CheaperTypical $152,818Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$57
CheaperTypical $94Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area2,847 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,614 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size7.6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1903
OlderTypical 1916Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 1226 Washington Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBennett 52721Cedar County
Estimated valuepricier than$163,54259% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$577% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than2,847 ft²97% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.6 ac79% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than190341% of homes24% of homes

About 1226 Washington Ave

How much is 1226 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1226 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA is $163,542 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $132,052 to $195,032. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1226 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA last sell?

1226 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA last sold on Aug 28, 2023 for $536,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1226 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA?

1226 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA has 5 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,847 square feet of living space and a 7.60-acre lot.

When was 1226 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA built?

1226 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA was built in 1903, making it 123 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1226 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA?

1226 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA is assigned to Bennett Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Tipton High School (high), rated C+; Tipton Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Bennett Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1226 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA compare to other homes in Bennett 52721?

Among the 324 homes in Bennett 52721, it is worth more than 59% of them ($163,542 against a typical $152,818), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($57 against a typical $94), it is bigger than 97% of them (2,847 ft² against a typical 1,614 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (7.6 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1903 against a typical 1916). Measured against all of Cedar County, it is worth more than 30% 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 1226 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1226 Washington Ave, Bennett, IA was $4,374. The county assessed it at $488,690.

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