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$269,672$156 / 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 80How 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

3009 VALE RD

RUSSELL, IA 50238
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,728 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.
15.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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

$270K
$215K low$324K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$269,672
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$215,738

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,984 (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.$206,220 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,190
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$192,030
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$206,220
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$206,220

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.51
82
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
15
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.81 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 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.Rural Residence
CountyWayne
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.15.51
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.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 168 ft²

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

M
Wayne Community Jr-Sr High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 11.8 mi
E
Wayne Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 12.2 mi

District: Wayne Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50238These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.1,400
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,881
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,592
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

3009 Vale 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 84% of homes in Russell 50238
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Wayne County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Russell 50238
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Wayne County
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Russell 50238

What homes are worth in Russell 50238

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

This home
$39K$450K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Russell 50238.

How it measures up in Russell 50238

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Russell 50238.

Estimated value$269,672
CheaperTypical $150,957Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,728 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,336 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size15.51 ac
SmallerTypical 1.86 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 3009 Vale Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRussell 50238Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$269,67284% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15669% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,728 ft²77% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than15.51 ac77% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than200488% of homes83% of homes

About 3009 Vale Rd

How much is 3009 Vale Rd, Russell, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3009 Vale Rd, Russell, IA is $269,672 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $214,953 to $324,391. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3009 Vale Rd, Russell, IA last sell?

3009 Vale Rd, Russell, IA last sold on Jan 15, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3009 Vale Rd, Russell, IA?

3009 Vale Rd, Russell, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,728 square feet of living space and a 15.51-acre lot.

When was 3009 Vale Rd, Russell, IA built?

3009 Vale Rd, Russell, IA was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3009 Vale Rd, Russell, IA?

3009 Vale Rd, Russell, IA is assigned to Wayne Community Jr-Sr High School (middle), rated B-; Wayne Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Wayne Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3009 Vale Rd, Russell, IA compare to other homes in Russell 50238?

Among the 617 homes in Russell 50238, it is worth more than 84% of them ($269,672 against a typical $150,957), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($156 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,728 ft² against a typical 1,336 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (15.51 ac against a typical 1.86 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (2004 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 83% 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 3009 Vale Rd, Russell, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3009 Vale Rd, Russell, IA was $1,984. The county assessed it at $206,220.

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