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$116,580$75 / 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 76How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

174 BALSAM AVE

ALDEN, IA 50006
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,546 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.
9.57 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1877
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$117K
$89K low$144K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$796 (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.$60,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$39,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$55,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$60,600

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
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.Rural Residence
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.9.57
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.Central
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 · 60 ft²Porch · 112 ft²

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

E
Alden Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 6.6 mi
H
Iowa Falls - Alden High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.9 mi
M
Riverbend Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.1 mi

District: Iowa Falls Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50006These 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.106
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 100.10

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.6%
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.1,597
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,821
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,234
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

174 Balsam 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Alden 50006
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Franklin County
  • Among the oldest homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Alden 50006

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

This home
$51K$451K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Alden 50006.

How it measures up in Alden 50006

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alden 50006.

Estimated value$116,580
CheaperTypical $133,233Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$75
CheaperTypical $97Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,546 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,520 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size9.57 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1877
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 174 Balsam Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlden 50006Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$116,58041% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7531% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,546 ft²53% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than9.57 ac85% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than18776% of homesalmost no homes

About 174 Balsam Ave

How much is 174 Balsam Ave, Alden, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 174 Balsam Ave, Alden, IA is $116,580 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $88,746 to $144,414. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 174 Balsam Ave, Alden, IA last sell?

174 Balsam Ave, Alden, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 174 Balsam Ave, Alden, IA?

174 Balsam Ave, Alden, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,546 square feet of living space and a 9.57-acre lot.

When was 174 Balsam Ave, Alden, IA built?

174 Balsam Ave, Alden, IA was built in 1877, making it 149 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 174 Balsam Ave, Alden, IA?

174 Balsam Ave, Alden, IA is assigned to Alden Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Iowa Falls - Alden High School (high), rated D-; Riverbend Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Iowa Falls Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 174 Balsam Ave, Alden, IA compare to other homes in Alden 50006?

Among the 723 homes in Alden 50006, it is worth more than 41% of them ($116,580 against a typical $133,233), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($75 against a typical $97), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,546 ft² against a typical 1,520 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (9.57 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1877 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 45% 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 174 Balsam Ave, Alden, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 174 Balsam Ave, Alden, IA was $796. The county assessed it at $60,600.

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