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$200,586$201 / 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 91How 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 $183,000 on Feb 11, 2025

1229 DOWNING AVE

WATERLOO, IA 50701
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,000 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.
0.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
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

$201K
$183K low$219K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$183,000 · Feb 11, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,214 (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.$157,520 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,010
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$134,510
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$141,070
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$157,520

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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyBLACK HAWK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.41
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.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 30 ft²Porch · 264 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.

E
Fred Becker Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Central Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Waterloo West High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Waterloo Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50701These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.93%
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.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,091
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.444 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,009
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,898
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

1229 Downing 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Black Hawk County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Black Hawk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Waterloo 50701

What homes are worth in Waterloo 50701

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

This home
$47K$570K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Waterloo 50701.

How it measures up in Waterloo 50701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterloo 50701.

Estimated value$200,586
CheaperTypical $208,387Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$201
CheaperTypical $171Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,188 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 1229 Downing Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaterloo 50701Black Hawk County
Estimated valuepricier than$200,58646% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20167% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,000 ft²33% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.41 ac84% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than196145% of homes52% of homes

About 1229 Downing Ave

How much is 1229 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1229 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA is $200,586 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $182,664 to $218,508. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1229 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA last sell?

1229 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA last sold on Feb 11, 2025 for $183,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1229 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA?

1229 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,000 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.

When was 1229 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA built?

1229 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1229 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA?

1229 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA is assigned to Fred Becker Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Central Middle School (middle), rated F; Waterloo West High School (high), rated D. All sit in Waterloo Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1229 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA compare to other homes in Waterloo 50701?

Among the 12,581 homes in Waterloo 50701, it is worth more than 46% of them ($200,586 against a typical $208,387), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($201 against a typical $171), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,000 ft² against a typical 1,188 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1961 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Black Hawk County, it is worth more than 52% 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 1229 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1229 Downing Ave, Waterloo, IA was $3,214. The county assessed it at $157,520.

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