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$68,847$51 / 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 70How 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
Last sold for $2,000 on May 28, 2020

208 W SHEPPARD ST

DOWS, IA 50071
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,344 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1901
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$69K
$48K low$90K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,000 · May 28, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$548 (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.$30,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$40,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$30,600

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWRIGHT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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, 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 · 128 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.

H
Clarion-Goldfield-Dows High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.3 mi
E
Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 12.7 mi
M
Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 12.7 mi

District: Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50071These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.798
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,987
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,995
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 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

208 W Sheppard St 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 less than 77% of homes in Wright County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Wright County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Dows 50071
  • Older than 78% of homes in Wright County

What homes are worth in Dows 50071

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

This home
$21K$362K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Dows 50071.

How it measures up in Dows 50071

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dows 50071.

Estimated value$68,847
CheaperTypical $88,956Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$51
CheaperTypical $63Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,508 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.45 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1901
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 208 W Sheppard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDows 50071Wright County
Estimated valuepricier than$68,84734% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5136% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²38% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac23% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than190135% of homes22% of homes

About 208 W Sheppard St

How much is 208 W Sheppard St, Dows, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 208 W Sheppard St, Dows, IA is $68,847 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $48,037 to $89,657. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 208 W Sheppard St, Dows, IA last sell?

208 W Sheppard St, Dows, IA last sold on May 28, 2020 for $2,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 208 W Sheppard St, Dows, IA?

208 W Sheppard St, Dows, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 208 W Sheppard St, Dows, IA built?

208 W Sheppard St, Dows, IA was built in 1901, making it 125 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 208 W Sheppard St, Dows, IA?

208 W Sheppard St, Dows, IA is assigned to Clarion-Goldfield-Dows High School (high), rated D+; Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 208 W Sheppard St, Dows, IA compare to other homes in Dows 50071?

Among the 555 homes in Dows 50071, it is worth more than 34% of them ($68,847 against a typical $88,956), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($51 against a typical $63), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,508 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.45 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1901 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Wright County, it is worth more than 23% 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 208 W Sheppard St, Dows, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 208 W Sheppard St, Dows, IA was $548. The county assessed it at $30,600.

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