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$330,613$155 / 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 85How 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
Last sold for $173,000 on May 13, 2008

280 THUNDERBIRD RD SE

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52403
4
Beds
3.3
Baths
2,130 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.
0.3 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.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$331K
$279K low$382K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$173,000 · May 13, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,746 (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.$235,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$179,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$223,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$235,100

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.Split Level
CountyLINN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
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.Radiant
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 15 ft²Patio · 187 ft²Porch · 26 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Erskine Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Washington High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
McKinley STEAM AcademyC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Cedar Rapids Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52403These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.92%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,841
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.892 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,627
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,272
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.61%

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How this home compares

280 Thunderbird Rd Se 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 73% of homes in Cedar Rapids 52403
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Linn County
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Linn County
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Linn County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Linn County

What homes are worth in Cedar Rapids 52403

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

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$80K$954K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Cedar Rapids 52403.

How it measures up in Cedar Rapids 52403

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cedar Rapids 52403.

Estimated value$330,613
CheaperTypical $219,243Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$155
CheaperTypical $157Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area2,130 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,486 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 280 Thunderbird Rd Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCedar Rapids 52403Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$330,61373% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15549% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than2,130 ft²79% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac63% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than196164% of homes35% of homes

About 280 Thunderbird Rd Se

How much is 280 Thunderbird Rd Se, Cedar Rapids, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 280 Thunderbird Rd Se, Cedar Rapids, IA is $330,613 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $279,395 to $381,831. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 280 Thunderbird Rd Se, Cedar Rapids, IA last sell?

280 Thunderbird Rd Se, Cedar Rapids, IA last sold on May 13, 2008 for $173,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 280 Thunderbird Rd Se, Cedar Rapids, IA?

280 Thunderbird Rd Se, Cedar Rapids, IA has 4 bedrooms, 3.3 bathrooms, 2,130 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 280 Thunderbird Rd Se, Cedar Rapids, IA built?

280 Thunderbird Rd Se, Cedar Rapids, IA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a split level home.

What schools serve 280 Thunderbird Rd Se, Cedar Rapids, IA?

280 Thunderbird Rd Se, Cedar Rapids, IA is assigned to Erskine Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Washington High School (high), rated D+; McKinley STEAM Academy (middle), rated C-. All sit in Cedar Rapids Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 280 Thunderbird Rd Se, Cedar Rapids, IA compare to other homes in Cedar Rapids 52403?

Among the 10,163 homes in Cedar Rapids 52403, it is worth more than 73% of them ($330,613 against a typical $219,243), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($155 against a typical $157), it is bigger than 79% of them (2,130 ft² against a typical 1,486 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1961 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than 71% 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 280 Thunderbird Rd Se, Cedar Rapids, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 280 Thunderbird Rd Se, Cedar Rapids, IA was $3,746. The county assessed it at $235,100.

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