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$176,308$204 / 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 87How 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 $107,000 on Dec 8, 2008

2986 RIVER RD

GRAETTINGER, IA 51342
1.5
Baths
864 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.
4.05 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$176K
$153K low$200K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$107,000 · Dec 8, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,792 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$247,250 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$187,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$247,250
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$247,250

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.145 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.Single Family Residence
CountyPALO ALTO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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.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 · 200 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Graettinger-Terril Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Graettinger-Terril High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
E
Graettinger-Terril Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 13.0 mi

District: Graettinger-Terril Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51342These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,277
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,474
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,107
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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

2986 River Rd 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 76% of homes in Graettinger 51342
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Graettinger 51342
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Graettinger 51342
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Palo Alto County
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Palo Alto County

What homes are worth in Graettinger 51342

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

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$27K$445K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Graettinger 51342.

How it measures up in Graettinger 51342

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Graettinger 51342.

Estimated value$176,308
CheaperTypical $94,104Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $72Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size4.05 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1936Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 2986 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGraettinger 51342Palo Alto County
Estimated valuepricier than$176,30876% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20495% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than864 ft²10% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.05 ac82% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than197879% of homes81% of homes

About 2986 River Rd

How much is 2986 River Rd, Graettinger, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2986 River Rd, Graettinger, IA is $176,308 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $152,573 to $200,043. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2986 River Rd, Graettinger, IA last sell?

2986 River Rd, Graettinger, IA last sold on Dec 8, 2008 for $107,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2986 River Rd, Graettinger, IA?

2986 River Rd, Graettinger, IA has 1.5 bathrooms, 864 square feet of living space and a 4.05-acre lot.

When was 2986 River Rd, Graettinger, IA built?

2986 River Rd, Graettinger, IA was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2986 River Rd, Graettinger, IA?

2986 River Rd, Graettinger, IA is assigned to Graettinger-Terril Middle School (middle), rated D; Graettinger-Terril High School (high), rated D; Graettinger-Terril Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Graettinger-Terril Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2986 River Rd, Graettinger, IA compare to other homes in Graettinger 51342?

Among the 539 homes in Graettinger 51342, it is worth more than 76% of them ($176,308 against a typical $94,104), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($204 against a typical $72), it is bigger than 10% of them (864 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (4.05 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1978 against a typical 1936). Measured against all of Palo Alto County, it is worth more than 65% 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 2986 River Rd, Graettinger, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2986 River Rd, Graettinger, IA was $2,792. The county assessed it at $247,250.

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