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$212,680$150 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $202,500 on Dec 4, 2025

1527 GARDEN AVE

WAVERLY, IA 50677
3
Beds
3 / 2
Baths
1,421 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.
5.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$213K
$191K low$234K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$202,500 · Dec 4, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,928 (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.$178,240 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$77,440
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$178,240
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$178,240

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
7
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyBremer
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.15
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (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.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.Patio · 96 ft²Porch · 96 ft²

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.

E
Southeast Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–PK · 7.8 mi
H
Waverly-Shell Rock Senior High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.9 mi
M
Waverly-Shell Rock Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 8.0 mi

District: Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50677These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
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.13,551
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.105 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,713
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,481
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%

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How this home compares

1527 Garden Ave 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 70% of homes in Waverly 50677
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Waverly 50677
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Waverly 50677
  • Older than 98% of homes in Waverly 50677

What homes are worth in Waverly 50677

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

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$108K$677K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Waverly 50677.

How it measures up in Waverly 50677

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waverly 50677.

Estimated value$212,680
CheaperTypical $276,847Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $191Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,421 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size5.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 1527 Garden Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaverly 50677Bremer County
Estimated valuepricier than$212,68030% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15026% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,421 ft²44% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.15 ac89% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than18802% of homes3% of homes

About 1527 Garden Ave

How much is 1527 Garden Ave, Waverly, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1527 Garden Ave, Waverly, IA is $212,680 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $191,411 to $233,949. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1527 Garden Ave, Waverly, IA last sell?

1527 Garden Ave, Waverly, IA last sold on Dec 4, 2025 for $202,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1527 Garden Ave, Waverly, IA?

1527 Garden Ave, Waverly, IA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,421 square feet of living space and a 5.15-acre lot.

When was 1527 Garden Ave, Waverly, IA built?

1527 Garden Ave, Waverly, IA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1527 Garden Ave, Waverly, IA?

1527 Garden Ave, Waverly, IA is assigned to Southeast Elementary School (elementary); Waverly-Shell Rock Senior High School (high), rated A+; Waverly-Shell Rock Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1527 Garden Ave, Waverly, IA compare to other homes in Waverly 50677?

Among the 4,513 homes in Waverly 50677, it is worth more than 30% of them ($212,680 against a typical $276,847), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($150 against a typical $191), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,421 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (5.15 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1880 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Bremer County, it is worth more than 44% 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 1527 Garden Ave, Waverly, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1527 Garden Ave, Waverly, IA was $1,928. The county assessed it at $178,240.

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