Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$319,190$136 / 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

1981 TOWER LN

DOW CITY, IA 51528
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,340 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.
1.02 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$319K
$266K low$373K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,420 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$331,490 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$296,490
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$300,990
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$331,490

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
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.
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
CountyCrawford
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.02
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.Yes
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.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 168 ft²Patio · 252 ft²Porch · 60 ft²

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

E
Boyer Valley Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Boyer Valley Middle/High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 6.8 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%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1981 Tower Ln 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 90% of homes in Dow City 51528
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Dow City 51528
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Dow City 51528
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Crawford County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Dow City 51528

What homes are worth in Dow City 51528

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

This home
$45K$415K

This home is worth more than 90% 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$319,190
CheaperTypical $117,451Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$136
CheaperTypical $78Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area2,340 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,385 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size1.02 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 1981 Tower Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDow City 51528Crawford County
Estimated valuepricier than$319,19090% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13671% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than2,340 ft²93% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.02 ac57% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than197576% of homes74% of homes

About 1981 Tower Ln

How much is 1981 Tower Ln, Dow City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1981 Tower Ln, Dow City, IA is $319,190 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $265,665 to $372,715. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1981 Tower Ln, Dow City, IA last sell?

1981 Tower Ln, Dow City, IA last sold on Dec 2, 2002, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1981 Tower Ln, Dow City, IA?

1981 Tower Ln, Dow City, IA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,340 square feet of living space and a 1.02-acre lot.

When was 1981 Tower Ln, Dow City, IA built?

1981 Tower Ln, Dow City, IA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1981 Tower Ln, Dow City, IA?

1981 Tower Ln, Dow City, IA is assigned to Boyer Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Boyer Valley Middle/High School (middle), rated A. All sit in Boyer Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1981 Tower Ln, Dow City, IA compare to other homes in Dow City 51528?

Among the 514 homes in Dow City 51528, it is worth more than 90% of them ($319,190 against a typical $117,451), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($136 against a typical $78), it is bigger than 93% of them (2,340 ft² against a typical 1,385 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (1.02 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1975 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Crawford County, it is worth more than 89% 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 1981 Tower Ln, Dow City, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1981 Tower Ln, Dow City, IA was $3,420. The county assessed it at $331,490.

More homes on Tower Ln

Closest homes

More homes in Dow City 51528

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 1981 Tower Ln on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map