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$92,536$57 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $24,000 on Jan 13, 1987

1503 WATER ST

ALDEN, IA 50006
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,635 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1877
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$93K
$71K low$114K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$24,000 · Jan 13, 1987

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$886 (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.$57,080 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,220
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$51,860
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$57,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$57,080

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.50 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
CountyHardin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
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.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 159 ft²Porch · 259 ft²

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

E
Alden Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.5 mi
H
Iowa Falls - Alden High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi
M
Riverbend Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi

District: Iowa Falls Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50006These 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.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.10

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.6%
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.1,597
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,821
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,234
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.61%

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How this home compares

1503 Water 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 78% of homes in Alden 50006
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Alden 50006
  • Older than 97% of homes in Hardin County

What homes are worth in Alden 50006

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

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$53K$466K

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Alden 50006.

How it measures up in Alden 50006

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alden 50006.

Estimated value$92,536
CheaperTypical $133,165Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$57
CheaperTypical $97Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,635 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,520 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1877
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 1503 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlden 50006Hardin County
Estimated valuepricier than$92,53622% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5712% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,635 ft²60% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac50% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than18777% of homes3% of homes

About 1503 Water St

How much is 1503 Water St, Alden, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1503 Water St, Alden, IA is $92,536 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $71,325 to $113,747. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1503 Water St, Alden, IA last sell?

1503 Water St, Alden, IA last sold on Jan 13, 1987 for $24,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1503 Water St, Alden, IA?

1503 Water St, Alden, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,635 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 1503 Water St, Alden, IA built?

1503 Water St, Alden, IA was built in 1877, making it 149 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1503 Water St, Alden, IA?

1503 Water St, Alden, IA is assigned to Alden Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Iowa Falls - Alden High School (high), rated D+; Riverbend Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Iowa Falls Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1503 Water St, Alden, IA compare to other homes in Alden 50006?

Among the 724 homes in Alden 50006, it is worth more than 22% of them ($92,536 against a typical $133,165), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($57 against a typical $97), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,635 ft² against a typical 1,520 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1877 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Hardin County, it is worth more than 33% 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 1503 Water St, Alden, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1503 Water St, Alden, IA was $886. The county assessed it at $57,080.

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