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$1,521,528$258 / 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 Oct 21, 2026

28818 HICKORY RIDGE DR

VAN METER, IA 50261
5
Beds
5 / 1
Baths
5,888 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.
2.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2014
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$1.5M
$1.2M low$1.8M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,350 (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.$1,018,080 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$150,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$868,080
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$980,760
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,018,080

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Single Family Residence
CountyDALLAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.19
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.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 462 ft²Patio · 810 ft²Porch · 313 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

H
Van Meter High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
E
Van Meter Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.0 mi
M
Van Meter Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Van Meter Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50261These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.132
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
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.2,770
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,169
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$159,033
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.59%

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How this home compares

28818 Hickory Ridge Dr 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Van Meter 50261
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Dallas County
  • Among the largest homes in Van Meter 50261
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Dallas County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Van Meter 50261

What homes are worth in Van Meter 50261

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

This home
$153K$1.2M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Van Meter 50261.

How it measures up in Van Meter 50261

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Van Meter 50261.

Estimated value$1,521,528
CheaperTypical $406,758Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$258
CheaperTypical $250Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area5,888 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,736 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size2.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.63 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built2014
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 28818 Hickory Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVan Meter 50261Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,521,528almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25854% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than5,888 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than2.19 ac62% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than201470% of homes65% of homes

About 28818 Hickory Ridge Dr

How much is 28818 Hickory Ridge Dr, Van Meter, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 28818 Hickory Ridge Dr, Van Meter, IA is $1,521,528 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,202,786 to $1,840,270. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 28818 Hickory Ridge Dr, Van Meter, IA last sell?

28818 Hickory Ridge Dr, Van Meter, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 28818 Hickory Ridge Dr, Van Meter, IA?

28818 Hickory Ridge Dr, Van Meter, IA has 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 5,888 square feet of living space and a 2.19-acre lot.

When was 28818 Hickory Ridge Dr, Van Meter, IA built?

28818 Hickory Ridge Dr, Van Meter, IA was built in 2014, making it 12 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 28818 Hickory Ridge Dr, Van Meter, IA?

28818 Hickory Ridge Dr, Van Meter, IA is assigned to Van Meter High School (high), rated A+; Van Meter Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Van Meter Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Van Meter Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 28818 Hickory Ridge Dr, Van Meter, IA compare to other homes in Van Meter 50261?

Among the 1,358 homes in Van Meter 50261, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,521,528 against a typical $406,758), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($258 against a typical $250), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,888 ft² against a typical 1,736 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (2.19 ac against a typical 0.63 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (2014 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than almost all 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 28818 Hickory Ridge Dr, Van Meter, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 28818 Hickory Ridge Dr, Van Meter, IA was $10,350. The county assessed it at $1,018,080.

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