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$151,854$81 / 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 85How 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 $160,000 on Jul 8, 2026

1608 UNION AVE

BENNETT, IA 52721
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,876 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.
4.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1911
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$152K
$129K low$175K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · Jul 8, 2026
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$151,854
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$121,483

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,420 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$156,040 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,490
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$145,550
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$131,170
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$156,040

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.22 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.Rural Residence
CountyCEDAR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.11
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 42 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.

E
Bennett Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.0 mi
M
Durant Junior / Senior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 8.2 mi

District: Bennett Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52721These 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.156
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.2%
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.590
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,212
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1608 Union Ave 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 less than 76% of homes in Cedar County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Cedar County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Cedar County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Cedar County
  • Older than 70% of homes in Cedar County

What homes are worth in Bennett 52721

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

This home
$64K$395K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Bennett 52721.

How it measures up in Bennett 52721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bennett 52721.

Estimated value$151,854
CheaperTypical $158,676Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$81
CheaperTypical $98Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,876 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,612 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size4.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1911
OlderTypical 1916Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 1608 Union Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBennett 52721Cedar County
Estimated valuepricier than$151,85445% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8132% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,876 ft²69% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.11 ac72% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than191146% of homes30% of homes

About 1608 Union Ave

How much is 1608 Union Ave, Bennett, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1608 Union Ave, Bennett, IA is $151,854 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $128,899 to $174,809. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1608 Union Ave, Bennett, IA last sell?

1608 Union Ave, Bennett, IA last sold on Jul 8, 2026 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1608 Union Ave, Bennett, IA?

1608 Union Ave, Bennett, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,876 square feet of living space and a 4.11-acre lot.

When was 1608 Union Ave, Bennett, IA built?

1608 Union Ave, Bennett, IA was built in 1911, making it 115 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1608 Union Ave, Bennett, IA?

1608 Union Ave, Bennett, IA is assigned to Bennett Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Durant Junior / Senior High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Bennett Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1608 Union Ave, Bennett, IA compare to other homes in Bennett 52721?

Among the 324 homes in Bennett 52721, it is worth more than 45% of them ($151,854 against a typical $158,676), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($81 against a typical $98), it is bigger than 69% of them (1,876 ft² against a typical 1,612 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (4.11 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1911 against a typical 1916). Measured against all of Cedar County, it is worth more than 24% 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 1608 Union Ave, Bennett, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1608 Union Ave, Bennett, IA was $1,420. The county assessed it at $156,040.

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