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$308,818$181 / 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 80How 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

1251 ELDER AVE

WEST LIBERTY, IA 52776
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,708 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.
7.97 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1889
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$309K
$247K low$371K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,568 (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.$229,180 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$114,480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$114,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$228,450
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$229,180

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.59
98
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.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
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.170 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.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
CountyMUSCATINE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.97
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.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Porch · 70 ft²

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

M
West Liberty Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.0 mi
H
West Liberty High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
West Liberty Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.2 mi

District: West Liberty Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52776These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,303
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.60 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,804
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,610
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

1251 Elder 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 more than 83% of homes in Muscatine County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Muscatine County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Muscatine County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Muscatine County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Muscatine County

What homes are worth in West Liberty 52776

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

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$81K$536K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in West Liberty 52776.

How it measures up in West Liberty 52776

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Liberty 52776.

Estimated value$308,818
CheaperTypical $204,497Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$181
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,708 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size7.97 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1889
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 1251 Elder Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Liberty 52776Muscatine County
Estimated valuepricier than$308,81875% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18170% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,708 ft²62% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.97 ac91% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than188921% of homes9% of homes

About 1251 Elder Ave

How much is 1251 Elder Ave, West Liberty, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1251 Elder Ave, West Liberty, IA is $308,818 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $246,835 to $370,801. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1251 Elder Ave, West Liberty, IA last sell?

1251 Elder Ave, West Liberty, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1251 Elder Ave, West Liberty, IA?

1251 Elder Ave, West Liberty, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,708 square feet of living space and a 7.97-acre lot.

When was 1251 Elder Ave, West Liberty, IA built?

1251 Elder Ave, West Liberty, IA was built in 1889, making it 137 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1251 Elder Ave, West Liberty, IA?

1251 Elder Ave, West Liberty, IA is assigned to West Liberty Middle School (middle), rated D-; West Liberty High School (high), rated D-; West Liberty Elementary School (elementary), rated F. All sit in West Liberty Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1251 Elder Ave, West Liberty, IA compare to other homes in West Liberty 52776?

Among the 1,629 homes in West Liberty 52776, it is worth more than 75% of them ($308,818 against a typical $204,497), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($181 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,708 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (7.97 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1889 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Muscatine County, it is worth more than 83% 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 1251 Elder Ave, West Liberty, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1251 Elder Ave, West Liberty, IA was $2,568. The county assessed it at $229,180.

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