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$148,914$121 / 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 94How 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 $136,000 on Aug 1, 2023

253 UNION ST

DUBUQUE, IA 52003
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,226 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1870
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.

Valuation

$149K
$139K low$159K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$136,000 · Aug 1, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,830 (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.$149,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$125,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$127,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$149,200

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Traditional/Old
CountyDubuque
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 160 ft²Porch · 112 ft²

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.

E
Bryant Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
George Washington Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Dubuque Senior High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Dubuque Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52003These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
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.14,316
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.254 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,174
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,029
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

253 Union 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 98% of homes in Dubuque 52003
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Dubuque 52003
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Dubuque 52003
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Dubuque 52003
  • Among the oldest homes in Dubuque 52003

What homes are worth in Dubuque 52003

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

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$144K$957K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Dubuque 52003.

How it measures up in Dubuque 52003

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dubuque 52003.

Estimated value$148,914
CheaperTypical $332,548Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$121
CheaperTypical $206Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,226 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,618 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1870
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 253 Union St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDubuque 52003Dubuque County
Estimated valuepricier than$148,9142% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1215% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,226 ft²19% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac5% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than1870almost no homes2% of homes

About 253 Union St

How much is 253 Union St, Dubuque, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Union St, Dubuque, IA is $148,914 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $139,328 to $158,500. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Union St, Dubuque, IA last sell?

253 Union St, Dubuque, IA last sold on Aug 1, 2023 for $136,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Union St, Dubuque, IA?

253 Union St, Dubuque, IA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,226 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 253 Union St, Dubuque, IA built?

253 Union St, Dubuque, IA was built in 1870, making it 156 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 253 Union St, Dubuque, IA?

253 Union St, Dubuque, IA is assigned to Bryant Elementary School (elementary), rated A; George Washington Middle School (middle), rated C+; Dubuque Senior High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Dubuque Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Union St, Dubuque, IA compare to other homes in Dubuque 52003?

Among the 5,157 homes in Dubuque 52003, it is worth more than 2% of them ($148,914 against a typical $332,548), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($121 against a typical $206), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,226 ft² against a typical 1,618 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1870 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Dubuque County, it is worth more than 10% 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 253 Union St, Dubuque, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 253 Union St, Dubuque, IA was $1,830. The county assessed it at $149,200.

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