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$440,086$226 / 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 93How 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 $226,500 on Dec 6, 2005

1985 SOUTHBROOK DR

ELY, IA 52227
4
Beds
6
Baths
1,944 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.
0.55 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$440K
$408K low$472K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$226,500 · Dec 6, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,450 (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.$384,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$46,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$338,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$393,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$384,800

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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountyLinn
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.55
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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
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 · 324 ft²Porch · 28 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Prairie Point Middle School / 9th Grade AcademyB-
Middle · Grades 7–9 · 4.6 mi
E
Prairie Hill ElementaryA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.9 mi
H
Prairie Point High SchoolD
High · Grades 10–12 · 5.4 mi

District: College Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52227These 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 100.16

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.3,953
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.129 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,138
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,442
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

1985 Southbrook Dr 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 88% of homes in Linn County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Linn County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Linn County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Linn County
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Linn County

What homes are worth in Ely 52227

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

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$138K$916K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Ely 52227.

How it measures up in Ely 52227

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ely 52227.

Estimated value$440,086
CheaperTypical $355,314Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$226
CheaperTypical $231Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,944 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,562 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.55 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 1985 Southbrook Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEly 52227Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$440,08673% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22648% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,944 ft²80% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.55 ac60% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than200260% of homes78% of homes

About 1985 Southbrook Dr

How much is 1985 Southbrook Dr, Ely, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1985 Southbrook Dr, Ely, IA is $440,086 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $408,176 to $471,996. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1985 Southbrook Dr, Ely, IA last sell?

1985 Southbrook Dr, Ely, IA last sold on Dec 6, 2005 for $226,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1985 Southbrook Dr, Ely, IA?

1985 Southbrook Dr, Ely, IA has 4 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 1,944 square feet of living space and a 0.55-acre lot.

When was 1985 Southbrook Dr, Ely, IA built?

1985 Southbrook Dr, Ely, IA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1985 Southbrook Dr, Ely, IA?

1985 Southbrook Dr, Ely, IA is assigned to Prairie Point Middle School / 9th Grade Academy (middle), rated B-; Prairie Hill Elementary (elementary), rated A-; Prairie Point High School (high), rated D. All sit in College Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1985 Southbrook Dr, Ely, IA compare to other homes in Ely 52227?

Among the 1,404 homes in Ely 52227, it is worth more than 73% of them ($440,086 against a typical $355,314), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($226 against a typical $231), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,944 ft² against a typical 1,562 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.55 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (2002 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than 88% 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 1985 Southbrook Dr, Ely, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1985 Southbrook Dr, Ely, IA was $6,450. The county assessed it at $384,800.

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