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$215,795$133 / 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 84How 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

16461 SKUNK RIVER RD

BURLINGTON, IA 52601
3
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
1,619 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.
39.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$216K
$182K low$249K high
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.$215,795
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$172,636

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,822 (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.$159,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$75,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$84,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$129,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$159,400

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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyDES MOINES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.39.51
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
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 · 100 ft²Patio · 323 ft²

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

M
Edward Stone Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.7 mi
H
Burlington Community High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.0 mi
E
Black Hawk Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 7.5 mi

District: Burlington Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52601These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.89%
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.18%
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.27,467
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.221 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,218
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,904
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

16461 Skunk River Rd 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 77% of homes in Burlington 52601
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Burlington 52601
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Burlington 52601
  • Among the largest lots in Burlington 52601

What homes are worth in Burlington 52601

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

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$36K$545K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Burlington 52601.

How it measures up in Burlington 52601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 52601.

Estimated value$215,795
CheaperTypical $121,467Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$133
CheaperTypical $96Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,619 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,361 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size39.51 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 16461 Skunk River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurlington 52601Des Moines County
Estimated valuepricier than$215,79577% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13369% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,619 ft²68% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than39.51 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than193042% of homes37% of homes

About 16461 Skunk River Rd

How much is 16461 Skunk River Rd, Burlington, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16461 Skunk River Rd, Burlington, IA is $215,795 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $182,168 to $249,422. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16461 Skunk River Rd, Burlington, IA last sell?

16461 Skunk River Rd, Burlington, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 16461 Skunk River Rd, Burlington, IA?

16461 Skunk River Rd, Burlington, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,619 square feet of living space and a 39.51-acre lot.

When was 16461 Skunk River Rd, Burlington, IA built?

16461 Skunk River Rd, Burlington, IA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 16461 Skunk River Rd, Burlington, IA?

16461 Skunk River Rd, Burlington, IA is assigned to Edward Stone Middle School (middle), rated D; Burlington Community High School (high), rated C-; Black Hawk Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Burlington Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16461 Skunk River Rd, Burlington, IA compare to other homes in Burlington 52601?

Among the 12,003 homes in Burlington 52601, it is worth more than 77% of them ($215,795 against a typical $121,467), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($133 against a typical $96), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,619 ft² against a typical 1,361 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (39.51 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1930 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Des Moines County, it is worth more than 71% 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 16461 Skunk River Rd, Burlington, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 16461 Skunk River Rd, Burlington, IA was $1,822. The county assessed it at $159,400.

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