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$213,433$169 / 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 87How 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 $30,000 on Aug 23, 2021

1556 WASHINGTON AVE SE

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52403
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,260 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.
2,178 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$213K
$187K low$240K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,000 · Aug 23, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,470 (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.$88,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$76,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$88,600

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.24 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.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.None
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 · 42 ft²Porch · 144 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
Johnson STEAM AcademyF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
McKinley STEAM AcademyC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Washington High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Cedar Rapids Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52403These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
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.23,841
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.892 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,627
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,272
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

1556 Washington Ave Se 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 95% of homes in Wellington Heights
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Wellington Heights
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Wellington Heights
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Linn County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Linn County

What homes are worth in Cedar Rapids 52403

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

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$81K$938K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Cedar Rapids 52403.

How it measures up in Cedar Rapids 52403

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cedar Rapids 52403.

Estimated value$213,433
CheaperTypical $214,500Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,260 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,485 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 1556 Washington Ave Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWellington HeightsCedar Rapids 52403Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$213,43395% of homes50% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$169almost all homes61% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,260 ft²29% of homes34% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²12% of homes3% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than191048% of homes11% of homes9% of homes

About 1556 Washington Ave Se

How much is 1556 Washington Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1556 Washington Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA is $213,433 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $186,733 to $240,133. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1556 Washington Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA last sell?

1556 Washington Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA last sold on Aug 23, 2021 for $30,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1556 Washington Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA?

1556 Washington Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,260 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 1556 Washington Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA built?

1556 Washington Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1556 Washington Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA?

1556 Washington Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA is assigned to Johnson STEAM Academy (elementary), rated F; McKinley STEAM Academy (middle), rated C-; Washington High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Cedar Rapids Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1556 Washington Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA compare to other homes in Cedar Rapids 52403?

Among the 10,164 homes in Cedar Rapids 52403, it is worth more than 50% of them ($213,433 against a typical $214,500), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($169 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,260 ft² against a typical 1,485 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1910 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than 42% 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 1556 Washington Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1556 Washington Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA was $1,470. The county assessed it at $88,600.

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