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$368,285$241 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

24534 CARDINAL AVE

FERTILE, IA 50434
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,531 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.
7.09 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$368K
$301K low$435K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,182 (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.$122,820 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$73,820
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$49,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$123,990
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$122,820

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
25
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.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
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.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.0.2 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Contemporary
CountyCERRO GORDO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.09
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.Hot Water
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.Patio · 260 ft²Porch · 346 ft²

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

M
Forest City Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 9.6 mi
H
Forest City High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.7 mi
E
Forest City Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 9.9 mi

District: Forest City Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50434These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.138
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,757
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,566
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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

24534 Cardinal Ave 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 91% of homes in Fertile 50434
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Fertile 50434
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Cerro Gordo County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Cerro Gordo County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Cerro Gordo County

What homes are worth in Fertile 50434

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

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$65K$617K

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Fertile 50434.

How it measures up in Fertile 50434

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fertile 50434.

Estimated value$368,285
CheaperTypical $176,208Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$241
CheaperTypical $120Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,531 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,409 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size7.09 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 24534 Cardinal Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFertile 50434Cerro Gordo County
Estimated valuepricier than$368,28591% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24190% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,531 ft²59% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.09 ac84% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than190022% of homes9% of homes

About 24534 Cardinal Ave

How much is 24534 Cardinal Ave, Fertile, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 24534 Cardinal Ave, Fertile, IA is $368,285 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $301,278 to $435,292. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 24534 Cardinal Ave, Fertile, IA last sell?

24534 Cardinal Ave, Fertile, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 24534 Cardinal Ave, Fertile, IA?

24534 Cardinal Ave, Fertile, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,531 square feet of living space and a 7.09-acre lot.

When was 24534 Cardinal Ave, Fertile, IA built?

24534 Cardinal Ave, Fertile, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 24534 Cardinal Ave, Fertile, IA?

24534 Cardinal Ave, Fertile, IA is assigned to Forest City Middle School (middle), rated B+; Forest City High School (high), rated A-; Forest City Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Forest City Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 24534 Cardinal Ave, Fertile, IA compare to other homes in Fertile 50434?

Among the 225 homes in Fertile 50434, it is worth more than 91% of them ($368,285 against a typical $176,208), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($241 against a typical $120), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,531 ft² against a typical 1,409 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (7.09 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1900 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Cerro Gordo County, it is worth more than 76% 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 24534 Cardinal Ave, Fertile, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 24534 Cardinal Ave, Fertile, IA was $1,182. The county assessed it at $122,820.

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