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$199,015$206 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $170,000 on Aug 27, 2025

28785 280TH ST

SHELL ROCK, IA 50670
3
Beds
1
Baths
968 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.
1.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
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

$199K
$184K low$214K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$170,000 · Aug 27, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,086 (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.$208,450 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$44,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$164,450
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$188,590
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$208,450

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.44
68
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
5
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.22 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
CountyBUTLER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.54
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.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.Mixed
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 · 54 ft²Patio · 210 ft²

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

E
Shell Rock Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 6.2 mi
M
Waverly-Shell Rock Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 10.0 mi
H
Waverly-Shell Rock Senior High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.2 mi

District: Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50670These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
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.1,981
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.35 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,862
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,558
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

28785 280th 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 72% of homes in Shell Rock 50670
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Butler County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Butler County

What homes are worth in Shell Rock 50670

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

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$79K$651K

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Shell Rock 50670.

How it measures up in Shell Rock 50670

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shell Rock 50670.

Estimated value$199,015
CheaperTypical $259,000Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$206
CheaperTypical $190Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area968 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,422 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size1.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 28785 280th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShell Rock 50670Butler County
Estimated valuepricier than$199,01528% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20660% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than968 ft²13% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.54 ac63% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than195245% of homes51% of homes

About 28785 280th St

How much is 28785 280th St, Shell Rock, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 28785 280th St, Shell Rock, IA is $199,015 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $183,901 to $214,129. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 28785 280th St, Shell Rock, IA last sell?

28785 280th St, Shell Rock, IA last sold on Aug 27, 2025 for $170,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 28785 280th St, Shell Rock, IA?

28785 280th St, Shell Rock, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 968 square feet of living space and a 1.54-acre lot.

When was 28785 280th St, Shell Rock, IA built?

28785 280th St, Shell Rock, IA was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 28785 280th St, Shell Rock, IA?

28785 280th St, Shell Rock, IA is assigned to Shell Rock Elementary School (elementary); Waverly-Shell Rock Middle School (middle), rated A; Waverly-Shell Rock Senior High School (high), rated A. All sit in Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 28785 280th St, Shell Rock, IA compare to other homes in Shell Rock 50670?

Among the 878 homes in Shell Rock 50670, it is worth more than 28% of them ($199,015 against a typical $259,000), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($206 against a typical $190), it is bigger than 13% of them (968 ft² against a typical 1,422 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (1.54 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1952 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Butler County, it is worth more than 53% 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 28785 280th St, Shell Rock, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 28785 280th St, Shell Rock, IA was $2,086. The county assessed it at $208,450.

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