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$302,649$217 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $38,000 on May 8, 1996

2887 253RD AVE

RIDGEWAY, IA 52165
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,392 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.
9.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$303K
$250K low$356K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$38,000 · May 8, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,038 (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.$193,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,130
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$180,870
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$164,320
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$193,000

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.23 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyWinneshiek
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.9.53
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 288 ft²

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

H
Decorah High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 mi
E
John Cline Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 6.7 mi
M
Decorah Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 6.8 mi

District: Decorah Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52165These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.754
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,602
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,085
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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

2887 253rd Ave 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 72% of homes in Ridgeway 52165
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Ridgeway 52165
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Ridgeway 52165
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Winneshiek County

What homes are worth in Ridgeway 52165

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

This home
$49K$601K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Ridgeway 52165.

How it measures up in Ridgeway 52165

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ridgeway 52165.

Estimated value$302,649
CheaperTypical $215,396Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $129Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,392 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size9.53 ac
SmallerTypical 4.45 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1946Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 2887 253rd Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRidgeway 52165Winneshiek County
Estimated valuepricier than$302,64972% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21787% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,392 ft²31% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than9.53 ac64% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than197360% of homes58% of homes

About 2887 253rd Ave

How much is 2887 253rd Ave, Ridgeway, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2887 253rd Ave, Ridgeway, IA is $302,649 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $249,759 to $355,539. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2887 253rd Ave, Ridgeway, IA last sell?

2887 253rd Ave, Ridgeway, IA last sold on May 8, 1996 for $38,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2887 253rd Ave, Ridgeway, IA?

2887 253rd Ave, Ridgeway, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,392 square feet of living space and a 9.53-acre lot.

When was 2887 253rd Ave, Ridgeway, IA built?

2887 253rd Ave, Ridgeway, IA was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2887 253rd Ave, Ridgeway, IA?

2887 253rd Ave, Ridgeway, IA is assigned to Decorah High School (high), rated A; John Cline Elementary School (elementary); Decorah Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Decorah Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2887 253rd Ave, Ridgeway, IA compare to other homes in Ridgeway 52165?

Among the 442 homes in Ridgeway 52165, it is worth more than 72% of them ($302,649 against a typical $215,396), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($217 against a typical $129), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,392 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (9.53 ac against a typical 4.45 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1973 against a typical 1946). Measured against all of Winneshiek County, it is worth more than 72% 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 2887 253rd Ave, Ridgeway, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 2887 253rd Ave, Ridgeway, IA was $2,038. The county assessed it at $193,000.

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