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$152,713$87 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $817,500 on Sep 20, 2023

1973 HIGHWAY 3

ALBERT CITY, IA 50510
3
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,756 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.
73.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1923
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$153K
$123K low$182K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$817,500 · Sep 20, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,524 (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.$177,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$177,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$177,120
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$177,100

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.27
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
53
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyBUENA VISTA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.73.22
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.Block (Unspecified)
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.None
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.Porch · 292 ft²

Neighborhood · ZIP 50510These 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.151
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.88%
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.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,301
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.15 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,964
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,103
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

1973 Highway 3 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 73% of homes in Albert City 50510
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Buena Vista County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Buena Vista County
  • Among the largest lots in Albert City 50510

What homes are worth in Albert City 50510

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

This home
$33K$384K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Albert City 50510.

How it measures up in Albert City 50510

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Albert City 50510.

Estimated value$152,713
CheaperTypical $108,859Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$87
CheaperTypical $75Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,756 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,528 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size73.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1923
OlderTypical 1924Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 1973 Highway 3 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlbert City 50510Buena Vista County
Estimated valuepricier than$152,71373% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8764% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,756 ft²67% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than73.22 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than192350% of homes37% of homes

About 1973 Highway 3

How much is 1973 Highway 3, Albert City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1973 Highway 3, Albert City, IA is $152,713 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $123,445 to $181,981. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1973 Highway 3, Albert City, IA last sell?

1973 Highway 3, Albert City, IA last sold on Sep 20, 2023 for $817,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1973 Highway 3, Albert City, IA?

1973 Highway 3, Albert City, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,756 square feet of living space and a 73.22-acre lot.

When was 1973 Highway 3, Albert City, IA built?

1973 Highway 3, Albert City, IA was built in 1923, making it 103 years old. The building has 2 stories.

How does 1973 Highway 3, Albert City, IA compare to other homes in Albert City 50510?

Among the 504 homes in Albert City 50510, it is worth more than 73% of them ($152,713 against a typical $108,859), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($87 against a typical $75), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,756 ft² against a typical 1,528 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (73.22 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1923 against a typical 1924). Measured against all of Buena Vista County, it is worth more than 47% 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 1973 Highway 3, Albert City, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1973 Highway 3, Albert City, IA was $2,524. The county assessed it at $177,100.

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