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$177,874$127 / 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 83How 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 $168,000 on May 24, 2022

17257 50TH AVE

BURLINGTON, IA 52601
3
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
1,400 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1967
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$178K
$147K low$209K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$168,000 · May 24, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,184 (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.$177,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$155,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$158,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$177,700

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.88 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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
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 · 160 ft²Shed · 288 ft²Patio · 120 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Mediapolis Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 9.0 mi
M
Mediapolis Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.0 mi
H
Mediapolis High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.0 mi

District: Mediapolis 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%

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How this home compares

17257 50th 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 more than 65% of homes in Burlington 52601
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Burlington 52601
  • Newer than 66% of homes 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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This home is worth more than 65% 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$177,874
CheaperTypical $127,696Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$127
CheaperTypical $101Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,370 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1967
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 17257 50th Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurlington 52601Des Moines County
Estimated valuepricier than$177,87465% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12764% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²52% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac88% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than196766% of homes61% of homes

About 17257 50th Ave

How much is 17257 50th Ave, Burlington, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17257 50th Ave, Burlington, IA is $177,874 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $147,157 to $208,591. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17257 50th Ave, Burlington, IA last sell?

17257 50th Ave, Burlington, IA last sold on May 24, 2022 for $168,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17257 50th Ave, Burlington, IA?

17257 50th Ave, Burlington, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,400 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 17257 50th Ave, Burlington, IA built?

17257 50th Ave, Burlington, IA was built in 1967, making it 59 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17257 50th Ave, Burlington, IA?

17257 50th Ave, Burlington, IA is assigned to Mediapolis Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Mediapolis Middle School (middle), rated A+; Mediapolis High School (high), rated A. All sit in Mediapolis Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17257 50th Ave, Burlington, IA compare to other homes in Burlington 52601?

Among the 12,004 homes in Burlington 52601, it is worth more than 65% of them ($177,874 against a typical $127,696), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($127 against a typical $101), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,370 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1967 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Des Moines County, it is worth more than 58% 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 17257 50th Ave, Burlington, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17257 50th Ave, Burlington, IA was $2,184. The county assessed it at $177,700.

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