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$90,932$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 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $10,000 on Nov 28, 2016

217 ELM ST

RICKETTS, IA 51460
1
Beds
1
Baths
1,050 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.
1918
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$91K
$75K low$107K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$10,000 · Nov 28, 2016
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$90,932
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$72,746

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$440 (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.$27,030 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$25,530
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$25,430
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$27,030

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.29
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
51
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
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.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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 192 ft²

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

E
Schleswig Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 7.8 mi
M
Schleswig Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 7.8 mi
H
Denison High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.5 mi

District: Schleswig Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51460These 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.149
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,364
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,935
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

Ownership

Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

217 Elm 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 78% of homes in Crawford County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Crawford County
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Crawford County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Crawford County

What homes are worth in Crawford County

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

This home
$42K$161K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Crawford County.

How it measures up in Crawford County

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Crawford County.

Estimated value$90,932
CheaperTypical $152,809Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$87
CheaperTypical $115Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,050 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,410 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1918
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 217 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCrawford County
Estimated valuepricier than$90,93222% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8732% of homes
Living areabigger than1,050 ft²17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac29% of homes
Year builtnewer than191837% of homes

About 217 Elm St

How much is 217 Elm St, Ricketts, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 217 Elm St, Ricketts, IA is $90,932 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $74,938 to $106,926. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 217 Elm St, Ricketts, IA last sell?

217 Elm St, Ricketts, IA last sold on Nov 28, 2016 for $10,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 217 Elm St, Ricketts, IA?

217 Elm St, Ricketts, IA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,050 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 217 Elm St, Ricketts, IA built?

217 Elm St, Ricketts, IA was built in 1918, making it 108 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 217 Elm St, Ricketts, IA?

217 Elm St, Ricketts, IA is assigned to Schleswig Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Schleswig Middle School (middle), rated D+; Denison High School (high), rated C. All sit in Schleswig Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 217 Elm St, Ricketts, IA compare to other homes in Crawford County?

Among the 8,065 homes in Crawford County, it is worth more than 22% of them ($90,932 against a typical $152,809), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($87 against a typical $115), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,050 ft² against a typical 1,410 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1918 against a typical 1950). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 217 Elm St, Ricketts, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 217 Elm St, Ricketts, IA was $440. The county assessed it at $27,030.

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