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$38,054$52 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $18,000 on Jan 11, 2012

308 S HOWARD ST

DOW CITY, IA 51528
1
Beds
1
Baths
736 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.
0.19 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.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$38K
$27K low$49K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$18,000 · Jan 11, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$528 (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.$37,610 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$33,710
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$43,010
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$37,610

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
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.
23
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
CountyCrawford
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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.Brick (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, 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 · 180 ft²Porch · 24 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.

E
Boyer Valley Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Boyer Valley Middle/High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 7.2 mi

District: Boyer Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51528These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
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.9.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.831
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.$65,553
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,595
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

308 S Howard St 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 least valuable homes in Dow City 51528
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Crawford County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Crawford County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Dow City 51528
  • Older than 79% of homes in Crawford County

What homes are worth in Dow City 51528

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

This home
$43K$391K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Dow City 51528.

How it measures up in Dow City 51528

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dow City 51528.

Estimated value$38,054
CheaperTypical $116,615Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$52
CheaperTypical $78Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area736 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,385 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 308 S Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDow City 51528Crawford County
Estimated valuepricier than$38,054almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5218% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than736 ft²4% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac15% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than190028% of homes21% of homes

About 308 S Howard St

How much is 308 S Howard St, Dow City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 308 S Howard St, Dow City, IA is $38,054 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $27,229 to $48,879. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 308 S Howard St, Dow City, IA last sell?

308 S Howard St, Dow City, IA last sold on Jan 11, 2012 for $18,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 308 S Howard St, Dow City, IA?

308 S Howard St, Dow City, IA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 736 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 308 S Howard St, Dow City, IA built?

308 S Howard St, Dow City, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 308 S Howard St, Dow City, IA?

308 S Howard St, Dow City, IA is assigned to Boyer Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Boyer Valley Middle/High School (middle), rated A. All sit in Boyer Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 308 S Howard St, Dow City, IA compare to other homes in Dow City 51528?

Among the 514 homes in Dow City 51528, it is worth more than almost none of them ($38,054 against a typical $116,615), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($52 against a typical $78), it is bigger than 4% of them (736 ft² against a typical 1,385 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1900 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Crawford County, it is worth more than almost no 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 308 S Howard St, Dow City, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 308 S Howard St, Dow City, IA was $528. The county assessed it at $37,610.

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