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$134,954$65 / 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 Oct 21, 2026

1478 500TH ST

NORTHWOOD, IA 50459
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,086 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.
12.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$135K
$108K low$162K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,810 (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.$302,345 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$85,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$216,445
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$260,852
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$302,345

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.72 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyWorth
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.12.48
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.Concrete
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 208 ft²

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

M
Northwood-Kensett Middle/High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 2.5 mi
E
Northwood-Kensett Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.0 mi

District: Northwood-Kensett Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50459These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
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.3,048
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,016
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,483
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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

1478 500th 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 less than 66% of homes in Northwood 50459
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Northwood 50459
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Worth County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Worth County
  • Older than 81% of homes in Northwood 50459

What homes are worth in Northwood 50459

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

This home
$57K$524K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Northwood 50459.

How it measures up in Northwood 50459

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Northwood 50459.

Estimated value$134,954
CheaperTypical $165,949Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$65
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area2,086 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,504 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size12.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 1478 500th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthwood 50459Worth County
Estimated valuepricier than$134,95434% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$659% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than2,086 ft²81% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than12.48 ac86% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than190019% of homes19% of homes

About 1478 500th St

How much is 1478 500th St, Northwood, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1478 500th St, Northwood, IA is $134,954 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $107,866 to $162,042. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 1478 500th St, Northwood, IA?

1478 500th St, Northwood, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,086 square feet of living space and a 12.48-acre lot.

When was 1478 500th St, Northwood, IA built?

1478 500th St, Northwood, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1478 500th St, Northwood, IA?

1478 500th St, Northwood, IA is assigned to Northwood-Kensett Middle/High School (middle), rated C+; Northwood-Kensett Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Northwood-Kensett Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1478 500th St, Northwood, IA compare to other homes in Northwood 50459?

Among the 1,320 homes in Northwood 50459, it is worth more than 34% of them ($134,954 against a typical $165,949), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($65 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,086 ft² against a typical 1,504 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (12.48 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1900 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Worth County, it is worth more than 39% 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 1478 500th St, Northwood, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1478 500th St, Northwood, IA was $2,810. The county assessed it at $302,345.

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