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$515,423$285 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $435,500 on Sep 19, 2024

17002 EMPIRE RD

WADENA, IA 52169
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,806 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.
7.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
7
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$515K
$432K low$599K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$435,500 · Sep 19, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,016 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$404,960 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$62,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$342,710
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$404,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$404,960

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.37
46
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 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.Single Family Residence
CountyFAYETTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.45
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Mixed
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 · 216 ft²Patio · 120 ft²Porch · 392 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Valley Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.0 mi
M
North Fayette Valley Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.0 mi
H
North Fayette Valley High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.2 mi

District: North Fayette Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52169These 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.158
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.250
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,689
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,140
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

17002 Empire 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Wadena 52169
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Fayette County
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Fayette County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Fayette County
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Fayette County

What homes are worth in Wadena 52169

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

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$28K$421K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Wadena 52169.

How it measures up in Wadena 52169

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wadena 52169.

Estimated value$515,423
CheaperTypical $102,544Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$285
CheaperTypical $68Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,806 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size7.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.88 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 17002 Empire Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWadena 52169Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$515,423almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28595% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,806 ft²72% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.45 ac64% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than200583% of homes93% of homes

About 17002 Empire Rd

How much is 17002 Empire Rd, Wadena, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17002 Empire Rd, Wadena, IA is $515,423 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $432,212 to $598,634. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17002 Empire Rd, Wadena, IA last sell?

17002 Empire Rd, Wadena, IA last sold on Sep 19, 2024 for $435,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17002 Empire Rd, Wadena, IA?

17002 Empire Rd, Wadena, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,806 square feet of living space and a 7.45-acre lot.

When was 17002 Empire Rd, Wadena, IA built?

17002 Empire Rd, Wadena, IA was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17002 Empire Rd, Wadena, IA?

17002 Empire Rd, Wadena, IA is assigned to Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; North Fayette Valley Middle School (middle), rated B-; North Fayette Valley High School (high), rated B-. All sit in North Fayette Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17002 Empire Rd, Wadena, IA compare to other homes in Wadena 52169?

Among the 239 homes in Wadena 52169, it is worth more than almost all of them ($515,423 against a typical $102,544), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($285 against a typical $68), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,806 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (7.45 ac against a typical 0.88 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (2005 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Fayette 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 17002 Empire Rd, Wadena, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 17002 Empire Rd, Wadena, IA was $4,016. The county assessed it at $404,960.

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