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$335,041$342 / 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 93How 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

1248 TIMBER RIDGE AVE

VAN METER, IA 50261
2
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
980 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.
5.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$335K
$312K low$358K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,596 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$199,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$196,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$182,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$199,600

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.35
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
55
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyMadison
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.35
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 292 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Van Meter High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.8 mi
E
Van Meter Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.8 mi
M
Van Meter Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.8 mi

District: Van Meter Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50261These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.132
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
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.2,770
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,169
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$159,033
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.59%

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How this home compares

1248 Timber Ridge 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 86% of homes in Madison County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Van Meter 50261
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Van Meter 50261
  • Older than 83% of homes in Van Meter 50261

What homes are worth in Van Meter 50261

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

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$153K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Van Meter 50261.

How it measures up in Van Meter 50261

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Van Meter 50261.

Estimated value$335,041
CheaperTypical $404,966Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$342
CheaperTypical $248Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area980 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,730 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size5.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 1248 Timber Ridge Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVan Meter 50261Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$335,04137% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34282% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than980 ft²10% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.35 ac80% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than195717% of homes36% of homes

About 1248 Timber Ridge Ave

How much is 1248 Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1248 Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA is $335,041 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $312,344 to $357,738. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1248 Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA last sell?

1248 Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA last sold on Aug 28, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1248 Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA?

1248 Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 980 square feet of living space and a 5.35-acre lot.

When was 1248 Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA built?

1248 Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1248 Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA?

1248 Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA is assigned to Van Meter High School (high), rated A+; Van Meter Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Van Meter Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Van Meter Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1248 Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA compare to other homes in Van Meter 50261?

Among the 1,357 homes in Van Meter 50261, it is worth more than 37% of them ($335,041 against a typical $404,966), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($342 against a typical $248), it is bigger than 10% of them (980 ft² against a typical 1,730 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (5.35 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1957 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 55% 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 1248 Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1248 Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA was $2,596. The county assessed it at $199,600.

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