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$140,631$77 / 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

15281 FOREST AVE

BRISTOW, IA 50611
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,824 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.
14 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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$141K
$109K low$172K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,054 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$101,980 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,120
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$80,860
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$84,630
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$101,980

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.38
42
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
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.
59
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
5
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.8 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
CountyBUTLER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.14.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, Detached
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.Shed · 36 ft²Patio · 128 ft²Porch · 136 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
North Butler Jr/Sr High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 8.2 mi
E
North Butler Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 8.2 mi

District: North Butler Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50611These 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.171
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.374
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,700
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,634
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

15281 Forest 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 68% of homes in Butler County
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Butler County
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Butler County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Butler County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Butler County

What homes are worth in Bristow 50611

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

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$45K$326K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Bristow 50611.

How it measures up in Bristow 50611

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bristow 50611.

Estimated value$140,631
CheaperTypical $130,312Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$77
CheaperTypical $80Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,824 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size14 ac
SmallerTypical 2.06 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1919Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 15281 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBristow 50611Butler County
Estimated valuepricier than$140,63155% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7745% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,824 ft²73% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than14 ac89% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than190034% of homes24% of homes

About 15281 Forest Ave

How much is 15281 Forest Ave, Bristow, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 15281 Forest Ave, Bristow, IA is $140,631 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $108,796 to $172,466. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 15281 Forest Ave, Bristow, IA last sell?

15281 Forest Ave, Bristow, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 15281 Forest Ave, Bristow, IA?

15281 Forest Ave, Bristow, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,824 square feet of living space and a 14.00-acre lot.

When was 15281 Forest Ave, Bristow, IA built?

15281 Forest Ave, Bristow, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 15281 Forest Ave, Bristow, IA?

15281 Forest Ave, Bristow, IA is assigned to North Butler Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated C; North Butler Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in North Butler Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 15281 Forest Ave, Bristow, IA compare to other homes in Bristow 50611?

Among the 165 homes in Bristow 50611, it is worth more than 55% of them ($140,631 against a typical $130,312), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($77 against a typical $80), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,824 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (14 ac against a typical 2.06 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1900 against a typical 1919). Measured against all of Butler County, it is worth more than 32% 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 15281 Forest Ave, Bristow, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 15281 Forest Ave, Bristow, IA was $1,054. The county assessed it at $101,980.

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