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$642,569$281 / 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 77How 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
Last sold for $240,000 on Dec 5, 2006

14996 COUNTY HIGHWAY J20

GRAND RIVER, IA 50108
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,288 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.
38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$643K
$494K low$791K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$240,000 · Dec 5, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,862 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$197,204 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,374
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$163,830
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$197,204
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$197,204

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.51
79
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
39
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
58
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.67 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.Rural Residence
CountyDECATUR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.38.00
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

Transaction History(2)

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
Central Decatur Middle School/High School High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 10.7 mi
E
South Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 10.9 mi

District: Central Decatur Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50108These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.122
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.75%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.494
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,815
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,379
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.59%

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How this home compares

14996 County Highway J20 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Grand River 50108
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Grand River 50108
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Grand River 50108
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Decatur County

What homes are worth in Grand River 50108

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

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$38K$447K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Grand River 50108.

How it measures up in Grand River 50108

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand River 50108.

Estimated value$642,569
CheaperTypical $144,348Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$281
CheaperTypical $104Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area2,288 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,482 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size38 ac
SmallerTypical 3.2 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 14996 County Highway J20 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand River 50108Decatur County
Estimated valuepricier than$642,569almost all homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28195% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than2,288 ft²83% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than38 ac83% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than196152% of homes47% of homes

About 14996 County Highway J20

How much is 14996 County Highway J20, Grand River, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 14996 County Highway J20, Grand River, IA is $642,569 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $494,363 to $790,775. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 14996 County Highway J20, Grand River, IA last sell?

14996 County Highway J20, Grand River, IA last sold on Dec 5, 2006 for $240,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 14996 County Highway J20, Grand River, IA?

14996 County Highway J20, Grand River, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,288 square feet of living space and a 38.00-acre lot.

When was 14996 County Highway J20, Grand River, IA built?

14996 County Highway J20, Grand River, IA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old.

What schools serve 14996 County Highway J20, Grand River, IA?

14996 County Highway J20, Grand River, IA is assigned to Central Decatur Middle School/High School High School (middle), rated C-; South Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Central Decatur Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 14996 County Highway J20, Grand River, IA compare to other homes in Grand River 50108?

Among the 277 homes in Grand River 50108, it is worth more than almost all of them ($642,569 against a typical $144,348), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($281 against a typical $104), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,288 ft² against a typical 1,482 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (38 ac against a typical 3.2 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1961 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Decatur 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 14996 County Highway J20, Grand River, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 14996 County Highway J20, Grand River, IA was $2,862. The county assessed it at $197,204.

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