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$174,431$97 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

252 85TH ST

DOWS, IA 50071
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,792 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.
33.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$174K
$138K low$211K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,314 (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.$181,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$81,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$100,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$144,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$181,000

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.32
19
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.
66
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.
12
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.3 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.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.Rural Residence
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.33.01
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.Central
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.Porch · 60 ft²

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

H
Clarion-Goldfield-Dows High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 14.1 mi
E
Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 14.5 mi
M
Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 14.5 mi

District: Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50071These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.798
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.$68,987
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,995
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

252 85th 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 more than 83% of homes in Dows 50071
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Dows 50071
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Franklin County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Franklin County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Dows 50071

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

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$20K$364K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Dows 50071.

How it measures up in Dows 50071

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dows 50071.

Estimated value$174,431
CheaperTypical $84,947Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$97
CheaperTypical $59Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,792 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,496 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size33.01 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 252 85th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDows 50071Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$174,43183% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9778% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,792 ft²70% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than33.01 ac86% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than189010% of homes7% of homes

About 252 85th St

How much is 252 85th St, Dows, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 252 85th St, Dows, IA is $174,431 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $137,921 to $210,941. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 252 85th St, Dows, IA last sell?

252 85th St, Dows, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 252 85th St, Dows, IA?

252 85th St, Dows, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,792 square feet of living space and a 33.01-acre lot.

When was 252 85th St, Dows, IA built?

252 85th St, Dows, IA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 252 85th St, Dows, IA?

252 85th St, Dows, IA is assigned to Clarion-Goldfield-Dows High School (high), rated C; Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 252 85th St, Dows, IA compare to other homes in Dows 50071?

Among the 555 homes in Dows 50071, it is worth more than 83% of them ($174,431 against a typical $84,947), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($97 against a typical $59), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,792 ft² against a typical 1,496 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (33.01 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1890 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 69% 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 252 85th St, Dows, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 252 85th St, Dows, IA was $2,314. The county assessed it at $181,000.

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