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$412,117$220 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $228,500 on Sep 24, 2004

170 BLUFF DR

FAIRFAX, IA 52228
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,874 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.
0.65 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$412K
$385K low$439K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$228,500 · Sep 24, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,136 (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.$456,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$53,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$403,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$438,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$456,500

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.0.65
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
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.Deck · 368 ft²Porch · 30 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.

H
Prairie Point High SchoolD+
High · Grades 10–12 · 5.3 mi
E
Prairie Crest ElementaryC-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.5 mi
M
Prairie Point Middle School / 9th Grade AcademyD+
Middle · Grades 7–9 · 6.0 mi

District: College Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52228These 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.67
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.9%
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.3,282
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.88 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,128
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$145,623
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.61%

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How this home compares

170 Bluff 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.

  • Worth more than 84% of homes in Linn County
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Linn County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Fairfax 52228
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Linn County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Linn County

What homes are worth in Fairfax 52228

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

This home
$162K$692K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Fairfax 52228.

How it measures up in Fairfax 52228

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fairfax 52228.

Estimated value$412,117
CheaperTypical $347,720Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$220
CheaperTypical $225Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,874 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,545 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.65 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 170 Bluff Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairfax 52228Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$412,11766% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22046% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,874 ft²78% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.65 ac73% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than200041% of homes74% of homes

About 170 Bluff Dr

How much is 170 Bluff Dr, Fairfax, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 170 Bluff Dr, Fairfax, IA is $412,117 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $385,316 to $438,918. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 170 Bluff Dr, Fairfax, IA last sell?

170 Bluff Dr, Fairfax, IA last sold on Sep 24, 2004 for $228,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 170 Bluff Dr, Fairfax, IA?

170 Bluff Dr, Fairfax, IA has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 1,874 square feet of living space and a 0.65-acre lot.

When was 170 Bluff Dr, Fairfax, IA built?

170 Bluff Dr, Fairfax, IA was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 170 Bluff Dr, Fairfax, IA?

170 Bluff Dr, Fairfax, IA is assigned to Prairie Point High School (high), rated D+; Prairie Crest Elementary (elementary), rated C-; Prairie Point Middle School / 9th Grade Academy (middle), rated D+. All sit in College Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 170 Bluff Dr, Fairfax, IA compare to other homes in Fairfax 52228?

Among the 1,541 homes in Fairfax 52228, it is worth more than 66% of them ($412,117 against a typical $347,720), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($220 against a typical $225), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,874 ft² against a typical 1,545 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.65 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (2000 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than 84% 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 170 Bluff Dr, Fairfax, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 170 Bluff Dr, Fairfax, IA was $6,136. The county assessed it at $456,500.

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