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$279,047$122 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $194,000 on Sep 4, 2018

1279 ELMHURST DR NE

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52402
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,296 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1923
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

$279K
$259K low$299K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$194,000 · Sep 4, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,096 (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.$249,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$217,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$249,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$249,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountyLinn
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 238 ft²Porch · 198 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Benjamin Franklin Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Trailside Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Washington High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Cedar Rapids Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52402These 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.92
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 100.16

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.40,864
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,020 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,958
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,674
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

1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne 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 74% of homes in Cedar Rapids 52402
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Linn County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Cedar Rapids 52402
  • Older than 90% of homes in Cedar Rapids 52402

What homes are worth in Cedar Rapids 52402

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

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$87K$506K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Cedar Rapids 52402.

How it measures up in Cedar Rapids 52402

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cedar Rapids 52402.

Estimated value$279,047
CheaperTypical $209,325Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$122
CheaperTypical $161Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area2,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,294 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1923
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCedar Rapids 52402Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$279,04774% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12216% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than2,296 ft²90% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac63% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than192310% of homes14% of homes

About 1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne

How much is 1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA is $279,047 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $258,960 to $299,134. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA last sell?

1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA last sold on Sep 4, 2018 for $194,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA?

1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,296 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA built?

1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA was built in 1923, making it 103 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA?

1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA is assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School (middle), rated C-; Trailside Elementary School (elementary); 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 1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA compare to other homes in Cedar Rapids 52402?

Among the 15,378 homes in Cedar Rapids 52402, it is worth more than 74% of them ($279,047 against a typical $209,325), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($122 against a typical $161), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,296 ft² against a typical 1,294 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1923 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than 62% 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 1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1279 Elmhurst Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA was $4,096. The county assessed it at $249,400.

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