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$207,297$140 / 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 87How 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

221 S RIVER ST

CAMBRIDGE, IA 50046
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,486 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1870
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$207K
$180K low$235K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,312 (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.$230,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$62,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$167,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$204,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$230,100

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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountySTORY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, 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.Deck · 63 ft²Patio · 393 ft²Porch · 192 ft²

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

M
Ballard Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.1 mi
H
Ballard High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi
E
Ballard West Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 7.8 mi

District: Ballard Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50046These 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.112
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 100.10

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
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.3,193
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.68 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,507
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,679
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

221 S River 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 Cambridge 50046
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Story County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Story County
  • Among the oldest homes in Story County

What homes are worth in Cambridge 50046

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

This home
$109K$1M

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Cambridge 50046.

How it measures up in Cambridge 50046

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cambridge 50046.

Estimated value$207,297
CheaperTypical $269,902Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$140
CheaperTypical $194Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,486 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 1.14 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1870
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 221 S River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCambridge 50046Story County
Estimated valuepricier than$207,29722% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14018% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,486 ft²43% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac34% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than1870almost no homesalmost no homes

About 221 S River St

How much is 221 S River St, Cambridge, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 221 S River St, Cambridge, IA is $207,297 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $180,067 to $234,527. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 221 S River St, Cambridge, IA last sell?

221 S River St, Cambridge, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 221 S River St, Cambridge, IA?

221 S River St, Cambridge, IA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,486 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 221 S River St, Cambridge, IA built?

221 S River St, Cambridge, IA was built in 1870, making it 156 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 221 S River St, Cambridge, IA?

221 S River St, Cambridge, IA is assigned to Ballard Middle School (middle), rated A; Ballard High School (high), rated B+; Ballard West Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Ballard Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 221 S River St, Cambridge, IA compare to other homes in Cambridge 50046?

Among the 623 homes in Cambridge 50046, it is worth more than 22% of them ($207,297 against a typical $269,902), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($140 against a typical $194), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,486 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 1.14 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1870 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Story County, it is worth more than 28% 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 221 S River St, Cambridge, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 221 S River St, Cambridge, IA was $3,312. The county assessed it at $230,100.

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