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$217,803$178 / 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
Last sold for $78,000 on Jul 26, 1998

1517 RAPIDS ST

ADEL, IA 50003
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,224 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$218K
$192K low$243K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$78,000 · Jul 26, 1998
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.$73,553
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$58,842
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.66%
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.$97,000
US BANK NA · recorded Jun 26, 2012
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.$34,650
US BANK NA ND
3rd 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.$12,600

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,244 (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.$207,130 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,650
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$172,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$198,120
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$207,130

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.Ranch
CountyDallas
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
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.Central
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 128 ft²Patio · 128 ft²Porch · 60 ft²

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

E
Adel Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.2 mi
H
ADM High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
ADM Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Adel-de Soto-Minburn Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50003These 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.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,779
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.116 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,369
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,454
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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%

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

1517 Rapids 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 84% of homes in Adel 50003
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Adel 50003
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Adel 50003
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Adel 50003
  • Older than 89% of homes in Dallas County

What homes are worth in Adel 50003

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

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$105K$1M

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Adel 50003.

How it measures up in Adel 50003

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Adel 50003.

Estimated value$217,803
CheaperTypical $365,571Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$178
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,224 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,689 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 1517 Rapids St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAdel 50003Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$217,80316% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17830% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,224 ft²18% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac18% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than195518% of homes11% of homes

About 1517 Rapids St

How much is 1517 Rapids St, Adel, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1517 Rapids St, Adel, IA is $217,803 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $192,300 to $243,306. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1517 Rapids St, Adel, IA last sell?

1517 Rapids St, Adel, IA last sold on Jul 26, 1998 for $78,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1517 Rapids St, Adel, IA?

1517 Rapids St, Adel, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,224 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 1517 Rapids St, Adel, IA built?

1517 Rapids St, Adel, IA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1517 Rapids St, Adel, IA?

1517 Rapids St, Adel, IA is assigned to Adel Elementary (elementary); ADM High School (high), rated A+; ADM Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Adel-de Soto-Minburn Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1517 Rapids St, Adel, IA compare to other homes in Adel 50003?

Among the 3,767 homes in Adel 50003, it is worth more than 16% of them ($217,803 against a typical $365,571), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($178 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,224 ft² against a typical 1,689 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1955 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 25% 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 1517 Rapids St, Adel, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1517 Rapids St, Adel, IA was $3,244. The county assessed it at $207,130.

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