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$154,549$77 / 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 79How 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 $80,000 on Feb 12, 2016

246 SUNSET DR

FOREST CITY, IA 50436
2.5
Baths
1,996 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.
1.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$155K
$123K low$186K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · Feb 12, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$872 (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.$244,050 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,450
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$217,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$291,720
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$244,050

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.45
79
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.
64
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.
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.67 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.29
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 105 ft²Patio · 146 ft²Porch · 24 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Forest City Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Forest City High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Forest City Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.2 mi

District: Forest City Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50436These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.8

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.91%
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.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,334
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.42 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,423
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,380
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

246 Sunset Dr 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 84% of homes in Forest City 50436
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Winnebago County

What homes are worth in Forest City 50436

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

This home
$48K$501K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Forest City 50436.

How it measures up in Forest City 50436

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest City 50436.

Estimated value$154,549
CheaperTypical $159,297Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$77
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,996 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,369 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size1.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 246 Sunset Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest City 50436Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$154,54948% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7716% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,996 ft²84% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.29 ac70% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than196145% of homes56% of homes

About 246 Sunset Dr

How much is 246 Sunset Dr, Forest City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 246 Sunset Dr, Forest City, IA is $154,549 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $122,627 to $186,471. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 246 Sunset Dr, Forest City, IA last sell?

246 Sunset Dr, Forest City, IA last sold on Feb 12, 2016 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 246 Sunset Dr, Forest City, IA?

246 Sunset Dr, Forest City, IA has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,996 square feet of living space and a 1.29-acre lot.

When was 246 Sunset Dr, Forest City, IA built?

246 Sunset Dr, Forest City, IA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 246 Sunset Dr, Forest City, IA?

246 Sunset Dr, Forest City, 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 246 Sunset Dr, Forest City, IA compare to other homes in Forest City 50436?

Among the 2,231 homes in Forest City 50436, it is worth more than 48% of them ($154,549 against a typical $159,297), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($77 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 84% of them (1,996 ft² against a typical 1,369 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (1.29 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1961 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 57% 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 246 Sunset Dr, Forest City, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 246 Sunset Dr, Forest City, IA was $872. The county assessed it at $244,050.

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