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$972,270$295 / 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 79How 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
Last sold for $30,500 on Dec 27, 2011

1600 PRAIRIE RIDGE DR

POLK CITY, IA 50226
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
3,298 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.
0.55 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2012
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.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$972K
$767K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,500 · Dec 27, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,828 (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.$605,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$114,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$490,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$581,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$605,000

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.Conventional
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.55
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.Geo-Thermal
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.Porch · 348 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
West Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.7 mi
H
North Polk High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi
M
North Polk Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.4 mi

District: North Polk Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50226These 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.51
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 100.17

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.43%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,382
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.304 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$134,536
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$142,835
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.59%

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How this home compares

1600 Prairie Ridge 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Polk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Polk County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Polk County
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Polk City 50226

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

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$149K$1000K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Polk City 50226.

How it measures up in Polk City 50226

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Polk City 50226.

Estimated value$972,270
CheaperTypical $444,989Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$295
CheaperTypical $251Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area3,298 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,728 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.55 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built2012
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 1600 Prairie Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePolk City 50226Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$972,27098% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29573% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than3,298 ft²95% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.55 ac70% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than201263% of homes86% of homes

About 1600 Prairie Ridge Dr

How much is 1600 Prairie Ridge Dr, Polk City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1600 Prairie Ridge Dr, Polk City, IA is $972,270 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $766,859 to $1,177,681. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1600 Prairie Ridge Dr, Polk City, IA last sell?

1600 Prairie Ridge Dr, Polk City, IA last sold on Dec 27, 2011 for $30,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1600 Prairie Ridge Dr, Polk City, IA?

1600 Prairie Ridge Dr, Polk City, IA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,298 square feet of living space and a 0.55-acre lot.

When was 1600 Prairie Ridge Dr, Polk City, IA built?

1600 Prairie Ridge Dr, Polk City, IA was built in 2012, making it 14 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1600 Prairie Ridge Dr, Polk City, IA?

1600 Prairie Ridge Dr, Polk City, IA is assigned to West Elementary School (elementary); North Polk High School (high), rated A; North Polk Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in North Polk Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1600 Prairie Ridge Dr, Polk City, IA compare to other homes in Polk City 50226?

Among the 2,893 homes in Polk City 50226, it is worth more than 98% of them ($972,270 against a typical $444,989), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($295 against a typical $251), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,298 ft² against a typical 1,728 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.55 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (2012 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Polk 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 1600 Prairie Ridge Dr, Polk City, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1600 Prairie Ridge Dr, Polk City, IA was $10,828. The county assessed it at $605,000.

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