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$797,114$342 / 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 86How 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 $1,200,000 on Jun 15, 2026

1538 CLIFFS LN

ELY, IA 52227
2
Beds
1
Baths
2,331 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.
28.94 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$797K
$689K low$905K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,200,000 · Jun 15, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,890 (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.$477,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$459,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$421,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$477,600

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.18 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.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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountyLINN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.28.94
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Patio · 1,296 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.

H
Washington High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi
M
Washington Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.8 mi
E
Washington Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.9 mi

District: Mount Vernon Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52227These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.3,953
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.129 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,138
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,442
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

1538 Cliffs Ln 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 Linn County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Linn County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Ely 52227
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Linn County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Ely 52227

What homes are worth in Ely 52227

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

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$138K$896K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Ely 52227.

How it measures up in Ely 52227

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ely 52227.

Estimated value$797,114
CheaperTypical $355,518Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$342
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area2,331 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,565 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size28.94 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 1538 Cliffs Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEly 52227Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$797,11497% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34293% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than2,331 ft²91% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than28.94 ac92% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than193911% of homes18% of homes

About 1538 Cliffs Ln

How much is 1538 Cliffs Ln, Ely, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1538 Cliffs Ln, Ely, IA is $797,114 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $689,161 to $905,067. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1538 Cliffs Ln, Ely, IA last sell?

1538 Cliffs Ln, Ely, IA last sold on Jun 15, 2026 for $1,200,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1538 Cliffs Ln, Ely, IA?

1538 Cliffs Ln, Ely, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,331 square feet of living space and a 28.94-acre lot.

When was 1538 Cliffs Ln, Ely, IA built?

1538 Cliffs Ln, Ely, IA was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1538 Cliffs Ln, Ely, IA?

1538 Cliffs Ln, Ely, IA is assigned to Washington High School (high), rated B-; Washington Middle School (middle), rated A+; Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Mount Vernon Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1538 Cliffs Ln, Ely, IA compare to other homes in Ely 52227?

Among the 1,404 homes in Ely 52227, it is worth more than 97% of them ($797,114 against a typical $355,518), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($342 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,331 ft² against a typical 1,565 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (28.94 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1939 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than almost all 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 1538 Cliffs Ln, Ely, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1538 Cliffs Ln, Ely, IA was $4,890. The county assessed it at $477,600.

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