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$118,515$104 / 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 72How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

3026 FOREST AVE

BEDFORD, IA 50833
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,142 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.
1.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$119K
$85K low$152K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$908 (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.$97,310 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$78,710
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$97,310
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$97,310

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.10
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
14
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyTAYLOR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.56
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
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.Porch · 184 ft²Greenhouse

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

M
Bedford High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 7.1 mi
E
Bedford Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.1 mi

District: Bedford Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50833These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.135
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.9.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,507
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.$68,632
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,300
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

3026 Forest 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.

  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Bedford 50833
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Taylor County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Taylor County

What homes are worth in Bedford 50833

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

This home
$41K$456K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Bedford 50833.

How it measures up in Bedford 50833

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bedford 50833.

Estimated value$118,515
CheaperTypical $121,319Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$104
CheaperTypical $97Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,142 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size1.56 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 3026 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBedford 50833Taylor County
Estimated valuepricier than$118,51548% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10452% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,142 ft²31% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.56 ac66% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than190035% of homes33% of homes

About 3026 Forest Ave

How much is 3026 Forest Ave, Bedford, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3026 Forest Ave, Bedford, IA is $118,515 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $85,177 to $151,853. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3026 Forest Ave, Bedford, IA last sell?

3026 Forest Ave, Bedford, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3026 Forest Ave, Bedford, IA?

3026 Forest Ave, Bedford, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,142 square feet of living space and a 1.56-acre lot.

When was 3026 Forest Ave, Bedford, IA built?

3026 Forest Ave, Bedford, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3026 Forest Ave, Bedford, IA?

3026 Forest Ave, Bedford, IA is assigned to Bedford High School (middle), rated B-; Bedford Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Bedford Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3026 Forest Ave, Bedford, IA compare to other homes in Bedford 50833?

Among the 1,246 homes in Bedford 50833, it is worth more than 48% of them ($118,515 against a typical $121,319), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($104 against a typical $97), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,142 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (1.56 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1900 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Taylor County, it is worth more than 45% 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 3026 Forest Ave, Bedford, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3026 Forest Ave, Bedford, IA was $908. The county assessed it at $97,310.

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