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$343,556$208 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

1545 ROCK ISLAND DR

ELY, IA 52227
4
Beds
4
Baths
1,651 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
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

$344K
$295K low$392K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,352 (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.$320,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$283,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$328,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$320,300

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.11 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.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.0.33
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.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.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.Deck · 596 ft²Porch · 55 ft²

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

M
Prairie Point Middle School / 9th Grade AcademyB-
Middle · Grades 7–9 · 4.4 mi
E
Prairie Hill ElementaryA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.7 mi
H
Prairie Point High SchoolD
High · Grades 10–12 · 5.2 mi

District: College 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

1545 Rock Island Dr 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 more than 73% of homes in Linn County
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Ely 52227
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Linn County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Linn County
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Linn County

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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$132K$948K

This home is worth more than 42% 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$343,556
CheaperTypical $369,851Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$208
CheaperTypical $239Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,651 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,565 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 1545 Rock Island Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEly 52227Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$343,55642% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20834% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,651 ft²57% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac46% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than199536% of homes67% of homes

About 1545 Rock Island Dr

How much is 1545 Rock Island Dr, Ely, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1545 Rock Island Dr, Ely, IA is $343,556 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $294,712 to $392,400. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1545 Rock Island Dr, Ely, IA last sell?

1545 Rock Island Dr, Ely, IA last sold on Aug 30, 1995, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1545 Rock Island Dr, Ely, IA?

1545 Rock Island Dr, Ely, IA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,651 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 1545 Rock Island Dr, Ely, IA built?

1545 Rock Island Dr, Ely, IA was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1545 Rock Island Dr, Ely, IA?

1545 Rock Island Dr, Ely, IA is assigned to Prairie Point Middle School / 9th Grade Academy (middle), rated B-; Prairie Hill Elementary (elementary), rated A-; Prairie Point High School (high), rated D. All sit in College Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1545 Rock Island Dr, Ely, IA compare to other homes in Ely 52227?

Among the 1,406 homes in Ely 52227, it is worth more than 42% of them ($343,556 against a typical $369,851), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($208 against a typical $239), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,651 ft² against a typical 1,565 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1995 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than 73% 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 1545 Rock Island Dr, Ely, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1545 Rock Island Dr, Ely, IA was $5,352. The county assessed it at $320,300.

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