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$329,389$246 / 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

16 RIDGE DR W

COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51503
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,340 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$329K
$282K low$377K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,000 (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.$268,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$227,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$244,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$268,300

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
49
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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
CountyPottawattamie
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2013
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
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.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system 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 · 448 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
Kirn Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
E
College View Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.2 mi
H
Abraham Lincoln High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Council Bluffs Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51503These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,948
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.312 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,662
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,816
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

16 Ridge Dr W 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 72% of homes in Pottawattamie County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Pottawattamie County
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Pottawattamie County

What homes are worth in Council Bluffs 51503

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

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$101K$820K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Council Bluffs 51503.

How it measures up in Council Bluffs 51503

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Council Bluffs 51503.

Estimated value$329,389
CheaperTypical $305,904Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$246
CheaperTypical $247Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,340 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,225 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 16 Ridge Dr W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCouncil Bluffs 51503Pottawattamie County
Estimated valuepricier than$329,38958% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24649% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,340 ft²61% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac56% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than197157% of homes63% of homes

About 16 Ridge Dr W

How much is 16 Ridge Dr W, Council Bluffs, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16 Ridge Dr W, Council Bluffs, IA is $329,389 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $282,223 to $376,555. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16 Ridge Dr W, Council Bluffs, IA last sell?

16 Ridge Dr W, Council Bluffs, IA last sold on May 5, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 16 Ridge Dr W, Council Bluffs, IA?

16 Ridge Dr W, Council Bluffs, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,340 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 16 Ridge Dr W, Council Bluffs, IA built?

16 Ridge Dr W, Council Bluffs, IA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 16 Ridge Dr W, Council Bluffs, IA?

16 Ridge Dr W, Council Bluffs, IA is assigned to Kirn Middle School (middle), rated B-; College View Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Abraham Lincoln High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Council Bluffs Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16 Ridge Dr W, Council Bluffs, IA compare to other homes in Council Bluffs 51503?

Among the 13,763 homes in Council Bluffs 51503, it is worth more than 58% of them ($329,389 against a typical $305,904), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($246 against a typical $247), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,340 ft² against a typical 1,225 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1971 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Pottawattamie County, it is worth more than 72% 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 16 Ridge Dr W, Council Bluffs, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 16 Ridge Dr W, Council Bluffs, IA was $3,000. The county assessed it at $268,300.

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