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$125,193$105 / 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 69How 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 $63,500 on Sep 7, 2005

131 SWEETGRASS LN

FOREST CITY, IA 50436
1.5
Baths
1,190 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.
2,634 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$125K
$86K low$164K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$63,500 · Sep 7, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,738 (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.$115,310 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,980
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$108,330
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$108,150
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$115,310

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.6 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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
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.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.Deck · 321 ft²Patio · 321 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
Forest City Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Forest City High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Forest City Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.0 mi

District: Forest City Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50436These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.8

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.91%
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.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,334
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.42 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,423
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,380
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 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

131 Sweetgrass Ln 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 less than 68% of homes in Forest City 50436
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Forest City 50436
  • Among the smallest lots in Forest City 50436
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Winnebago County

What homes are worth in Forest City 50436

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

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$50K$496K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Forest City 50436.

How it measures up in Forest City 50436

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest City 50436.

Estimated value$125,193
CheaperTypical $158,701Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$105
CheaperTypical $119Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,190 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,365 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size2,634 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 131 Sweetgrass Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest City 50436Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$125,19332% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10537% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,190 ft²34% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,634 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than196955% of homes66% of homes

About 131 Sweetgrass Ln

How much is 131 Sweetgrass Ln, Forest City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 131 Sweetgrass Ln, Forest City, IA is $125,193 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $86,195 to $164,191. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 131 Sweetgrass Ln, Forest City, IA last sell?

131 Sweetgrass Ln, Forest City, IA last sold on Sep 7, 2005 for $63,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 131 Sweetgrass Ln, Forest City, IA?

131 Sweetgrass Ln, Forest City, IA has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,190 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 131 Sweetgrass Ln, Forest City, IA built?

131 Sweetgrass Ln, Forest City, IA was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 131 Sweetgrass Ln, Forest City, IA?

131 Sweetgrass Ln, Forest City, IA is assigned to Forest City Middle School (middle), rated C; Forest City High School (high), rated B; Forest City Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Forest City Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 131 Sweetgrass Ln, Forest City, IA compare to other homes in Forest City 50436?

Among the 2,231 homes in Forest City 50436, it is worth more than 32% of them ($125,193 against a typical $158,701), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($105 against a typical $119), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,190 ft² against a typical 1,365 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (2,634 ft² against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1969 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 44% 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 131 Sweetgrass Ln, Forest City, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 131 Sweetgrass Ln, Forest City, IA was $1,738. The county assessed it at $115,310.

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