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$887,793$165 / 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
Last sold for $4,550,000 on May 26, 2026

12870 RIDGEVIEW DR

URBANDALE, IA 50323
2
Beds
4 / 2
Baths
5,369 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.
1.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$888K
$709K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$4,550,000 · May 26, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,900 (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.$2,205,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$442,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,762,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,071,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,205,000

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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyPOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.23
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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, 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.Patio · 1,304 ft²Porch · 539 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Indian Hills Junior HighB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.5 mi
H
Valley High SchoolC-
High · Grades 10–12 · 2.8 mi
E
Westridge ElementaryA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 3.0 mi

District: West Des Moines Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50323These 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.37
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.43%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,831
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,693 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$153,981
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$165,810
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

12870 Ridgeview Dr 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 98% of homes in Polk County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Urbandale 50323
  • Among the largest homes in Urbandale 50323
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Urbandale 50323
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Urbandale 50323

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

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$203K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Urbandale 50323.

How it measures up in Urbandale 50323

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Urbandale 50323.

Estimated value$887,793
CheaperTypical $462,539Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$165
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area5,369 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,036 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 2008Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 12870 Ridgeview Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUrbandale 50323Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$887,79394% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16512% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than5,369 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than1.23 ac98% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than202293% of homes98% of homes

About 12870 Ridgeview Dr

How much is 12870 Ridgeview Dr, Urbandale, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12870 Ridgeview Dr, Urbandale, IA is $887,793 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $709,311 to $1,066,275. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12870 Ridgeview Dr, Urbandale, IA last sell?

12870 Ridgeview Dr, Urbandale, IA last sold on May 26, 2026 for $4,550,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 12870 Ridgeview Dr, Urbandale, IA?

12870 Ridgeview Dr, Urbandale, IA has 2 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 5,369 square feet of living space and a 1.23-acre lot.

When was 12870 Ridgeview Dr, Urbandale, IA built?

12870 Ridgeview Dr, Urbandale, IA was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12870 Ridgeview Dr, Urbandale, IA?

12870 Ridgeview Dr, Urbandale, IA is assigned to Indian Hills Junior High (middle), rated B-; Valley High School (high), rated C-; Westridge Elementary (elementary), rated A-. All sit in West Des Moines Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12870 Ridgeview Dr, Urbandale, IA compare to other homes in Urbandale 50323?

Among the 7,023 homes in Urbandale 50323, it is worth more than 94% of them ($887,793 against a typical $462,539), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($165 against a typical $221), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,369 ft² against a typical 2,036 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (1.23 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2022 against a typical 2008). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 98% 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 12870 Ridgeview Dr, Urbandale, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12870 Ridgeview Dr, Urbandale, IA was $16,900. The county assessed it at $2,205,000.

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