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$69,000$59 / 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 70How 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 $37,500 on Apr 20, 2026

248 E 5TH ST

GRAND RIVER, IA 50108
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,160 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.
0.67 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1908
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$69K
$48K low$90K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$37,500 · Apr 20, 2026
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.$69,000
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$55,200

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$584 (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.$43,430 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,760
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$30,670
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,110
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$43,430

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
42
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
58
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyDECATUR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.67
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
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

Transaction History(2)

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
Central Decatur Middle School/High School High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 12.6 mi
E
South Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 12.7 mi

District: Central Decatur Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50108These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.122
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.75%
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.20%
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.494
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,815
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,379
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

248 E 5th 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 80% of homes in Decatur County
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Grand River 50108
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Decatur County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Grand River 50108
  • Older than 78% of homes in Decatur County

What homes are worth in Grand River 50108

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

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$43K$651K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Grand River 50108.

How it measures up in Grand River 50108

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand River 50108.

Estimated value$69,000
CheaperTypical $126,652Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$59
CheaperTypical $162Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,160 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.67 ac
SmallerTypical 35.44 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1908
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 248 E 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand River 50108Decatur County
Estimated valuepricier than$69,00027% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5921% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,160 ft²41% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.67 ac13% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than190827% of homes22% of homes

About 248 E 5th St

How much is 248 E 5th St, Grand River, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 248 E 5th St, Grand River, IA is $69,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $48,165 to $89,835. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 248 E 5th St, Grand River, IA last sell?

248 E 5th St, Grand River, IA last sold on Apr 20, 2026 for $37,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 248 E 5th St, Grand River, IA?

248 E 5th St, Grand River, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,160 square feet of living space and a 0.67-acre lot.

When was 248 E 5th St, Grand River, IA built?

248 E 5th St, Grand River, IA was built in 1908, making it 118 years old.

What schools serve 248 E 5th St, Grand River, IA?

248 E 5th St, Grand River, IA is assigned to Central Decatur Middle School/High School High School (middle), rated C; South Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Central Decatur Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 248 E 5th St, Grand River, IA compare to other homes in Grand River 50108?

Among the 277 homes in Grand River 50108, it is worth more than 27% of them ($69,000 against a typical $126,652), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($59 against a typical $162), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,160 ft² against a typical 1,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.67 ac against a typical 35.44 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1908 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Decatur County, it is worth more than 20% 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 248 E 5th St, Grand River, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 248 E 5th St, Grand River, IA was $584. The county assessed it at $43,430.

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