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$237,311$167 / 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 88How 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

142 RACHAEL ST

WATERLOO, IA 50701
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,425 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
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

$237K
$208K low$267K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$64,311
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$51,449
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.72%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$108,000
BANKIOWA · recorded Feb 23, 2011
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$65,000
VERIDIAN CU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,496 (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.$251,360 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,420
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$222,940
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$217,520
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$251,360

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.Split Foyer
CountyBLACK HAWK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.DeckPatio · 224 ft²Porch · 40 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.

E
Lou Henry Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Hoover Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Waterloo West High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Waterloo Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50701These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.30,093
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.444 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,008
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,896
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.61%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

142 Rachael St 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 65% of homes in Black Hawk County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Waterloo 50701

What homes are worth in Waterloo 50701

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

This home
$50K$568K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Waterloo 50701.

How it measures up in Waterloo 50701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterloo 50701.

Estimated value$237,311
CheaperTypical $207,778Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$167
CheaperTypical $171Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,425 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,188 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 142 Rachael St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaterloo 50701Black Hawk County
Estimated valuepricier than$237,31163% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16747% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,425 ft²66% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac56% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than197362% of homes64% of homes

About 142 Rachael St

How much is 142 Rachael St, Waterloo, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 142 Rachael St, Waterloo, IA is $237,311 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $207,922 to $266,700. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 142 Rachael St, Waterloo, IA last sell?

142 Rachael St, Waterloo, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 142 Rachael St, Waterloo, IA?

142 Rachael St, Waterloo, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,425 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 142 Rachael St, Waterloo, IA built?

142 Rachael St, Waterloo, IA was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. It is a split foyer home.

What schools serve 142 Rachael St, Waterloo, IA?

142 Rachael St, Waterloo, IA is assigned to Lou Henry Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Hoover Middle School (middle), rated B-; Waterloo West High School (high), rated D. All sit in Waterloo Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 142 Rachael St, Waterloo, IA compare to other homes in Waterloo 50701?

Among the 12,581 homes in Waterloo 50701, it is worth more than 63% of them ($237,311 against a typical $207,778), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($167 against a typical $171), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,425 ft² against a typical 1,188 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1973 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Black Hawk County, it is worth more than 65% 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 142 Rachael St, Waterloo, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 142 Rachael St, Waterloo, IA was $4,496. The county assessed it at $251,360.

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