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$174,152$134 / 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 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

228 RIVER FOREST RD

EVANSDALE, IA 50707
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,296 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.
0.34 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.
4
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

$174K
$146K low$202K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,408 (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.$194,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,620
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$175,580
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$180,280
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$194,200

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.35
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
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.
53
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
15
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyBLACK HAWK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
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.Central
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.Shed · 240 ft²Patio · 24 ft²Porch · 24 ft²

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

M
Bunger Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Poyner Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Waterloo East High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Waterloo Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50707These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.9.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,380
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.740 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,584
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,170
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

228 River Forest Rd 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Black Hawk County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Evansdale 50707
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Black Hawk County
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Black Hawk County

What homes are worth in Evansdale 50707

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

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$46K$397K

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Evansdale 50707.

How it measures up in Evansdale 50707

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Evansdale 50707.

Estimated value$174,152
CheaperTypical $154,104Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$134
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,040 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 228 River Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEvansdale 50707Black Hawk County
Estimated valuepricier than$174,15261% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13435% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,296 ft²74% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac67% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than197566% of homes67% of homes

About 228 River Forest Rd

How much is 228 River Forest Rd, Evansdale, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 228 River Forest Rd, Evansdale, IA is $174,152 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $145,836 to $202,468. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 228 River Forest Rd, Evansdale, IA last sell?

228 River Forest Rd, Evansdale, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 228 River Forest Rd, Evansdale, IA?

228 River Forest Rd, Evansdale, IA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,296 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 228 River Forest Rd, Evansdale, IA built?

228 River Forest Rd, Evansdale, IA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 228 River Forest Rd, Evansdale, IA?

228 River Forest Rd, Evansdale, IA is assigned to Bunger Middle School (middle), rated D-; Poyner Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Waterloo East High School (high), rated F. All sit in Waterloo Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 228 River Forest Rd, Evansdale, IA compare to other homes in Evansdale 50707?

Among the 3,230 homes in Evansdale 50707, it is worth more than 61% of them ($174,152 against a typical $154,104), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($134 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,040 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1975 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Black Hawk County, it is worth more than 43% 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 228 River Forest Rd, Evansdale, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 228 River Forest Rd, Evansdale, IA was $2,408. The county assessed it at $194,200.

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