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$77,058$45 / 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 82How 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 $84,000 on Nov 16, 2023

170 COTTONWOOD DR

ROYAL, IA 51357
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,716 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.
0.85 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
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

$77K
$63K low$91K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$84,000 · Nov 16, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$886 (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.$87,960 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,070
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$79,890
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$84,890
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$87,960

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.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
48
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Mobile Home
CountyCLAY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.85
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Manufactured (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
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.Deck · 236 ft²Patio · 236 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
Clay Central-Everly Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 6.0 mi
H
Spencer High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.4 mi
M
Sioux Central Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 9.7 mi

District: Clay Central-Everly Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51357These 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.149
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.413
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,173
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,013
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 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 Cottonwood 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 less than 88% of homes in Clay County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Clay County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Royal 51357
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Clay County
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Royal 51357

What homes are worth in Royal 51357

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

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$28K$318K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Royal 51357.

How it measures up in Royal 51357

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Royal 51357.

Estimated value$77,058
CheaperTypical $86,202Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$45
CheaperTypical $64Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area1,716 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,346 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.85 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1933Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 170 Cottonwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoyal 51357Clay County
Estimated valuepricier than$77,05842% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4517% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,716 ft²74% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.85 ac72% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than200296% of homes90% of homes

About 170 Cottonwood Dr

How much is 170 Cottonwood Dr, Royal, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 170 Cottonwood Dr, Royal, IA is $77,058 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $63,184 to $90,932. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 170 Cottonwood Dr, Royal, IA last sell?

170 Cottonwood Dr, Royal, IA last sold on Nov 16, 2023 for $84,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 170 Cottonwood Dr, Royal, IA?

170 Cottonwood Dr, Royal, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,716 square feet of living space and a 0.85-acre lot.

When was 170 Cottonwood Dr, Royal, IA built?

170 Cottonwood Dr, Royal, IA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a mobile home home.

What schools serve 170 Cottonwood Dr, Royal, IA?

170 Cottonwood Dr, Royal, IA is assigned to Clay Central-Everly Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Spencer High School (high), rated A-; Sioux Central Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Clay Central-Everly Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 170 Cottonwood Dr, Royal, IA compare to other homes in Royal 51357?

Among the 312 homes in Royal 51357, it is worth more than 42% of them ($77,058 against a typical $86,202), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($45 against a typical $64), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,716 ft² against a typical 1,346 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.85 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2002 against a typical 1933). Measured against all of Clay County, it is worth more than 12% 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 Cottonwood Dr, Royal, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 170 Cottonwood Dr, Royal, IA was $886. The county assessed it at $87,960.

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