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$117,076$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 81How 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

1744 MILL RIDGE RD

DOW CITY, IA 51528
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,558 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.
17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1898
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$117K
$94K low$140K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$654 (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.$48,860 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,980
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,880
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,660
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$48,860

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.39
11
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
58
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Rural Residence
CountyCRAWFORD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.17.00
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Shed · 128 ft²Porch · 112 ft²

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

M
Boyer Valley Middle/High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 3.8 mi
E
Boyer Valley Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.0 mi

District: Boyer Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51528These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
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.831
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,553
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,595
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

1744 Mill Ridge 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Crawford County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Crawford County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Crawford County

What homes are worth in Dow City 51528

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

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$39K$376K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Dow City 51528.

How it measures up in Dow City 51528

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dow City 51528.

Estimated value$117,076
CheaperTypical $116,519Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$75
CheaperTypical $78Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,558 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,385 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1898
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 1744 Mill Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDow City 51528Crawford County
Estimated valuepricier than$117,07651% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7548% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,558 ft²63% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than17 ac79% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than189819% of homes14% of homes

About 1744 Mill Ridge Rd

How much is 1744 Mill Ridge Rd, Dow City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1744 Mill Ridge Rd, Dow City, IA is $117,076 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $94,461 to $139,691. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1744 Mill Ridge Rd, Dow City, IA last sell?

1744 Mill Ridge Rd, Dow City, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1744 Mill Ridge Rd, Dow City, IA?

1744 Mill Ridge Rd, Dow City, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,558 square feet of living space and a 17.00-acre lot.

When was 1744 Mill Ridge Rd, Dow City, IA built?

1744 Mill Ridge Rd, Dow City, IA was built in 1898, making it 128 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1744 Mill Ridge Rd, Dow City, IA?

1744 Mill Ridge Rd, Dow City, IA is assigned to Boyer Valley Middle/High School (middle), rated C+; Boyer Valley Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Boyer Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1744 Mill Ridge Rd, Dow City, IA compare to other homes in Dow City 51528?

Among the 514 homes in Dow City 51528, it is worth more than 51% of them ($117,076 against a typical $116,519), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($75 against a typical $78), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,558 ft² against a typical 1,385 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (17 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1898 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Crawford County, it is worth more than 36% 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 1744 Mill Ridge Rd, Dow City, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1744 Mill Ridge Rd, Dow City, IA was $654. The county assessed it at $48,860.

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