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$214,121$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 89How 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
Last sold for $159,000 on Apr 8, 2020

309 N ELM ST

AVOCA, IA 51521
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,371 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.
0.26 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$214K
$191K low$238K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$159,000 · Apr 8, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$217,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$197,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$187,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$217,300

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
55
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyPOTTAWATTAMIE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1994
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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
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.Patio · 372 ft²Porch · 144 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
AHSTW Intermediate SchoolA
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 0.7 mi
H
AHSTW High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
AHSTW Primary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.7 mi

District: Ahstw Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51521These 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.135
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 100.15

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
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.2,321
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.27 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,641
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,943
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.59%

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How this home compares

309 N Elm 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Pottawattamie County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Pottawattamie County
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Avoca 51521
  • Older than 91% of homes in Pottawattamie County

What homes are worth in Avoca 51521

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

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$50K$542K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Avoca 51521.

How it measures up in Avoca 51521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Avoca 51521.

Estimated value$214,121
CheaperTypical $191,049Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $163Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,371 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,252 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 309 N Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAvoca 51521Pottawattamie County
Estimated valuepricier than$214,12159% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15646% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,371 ft²63% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac35% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than190020% of homes9% of homes

About 309 N Elm St

How much is 309 N Elm St, Avoca, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 309 N Elm St, Avoca, IA is $214,121 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $190,619 to $237,623. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 309 N Elm St, Avoca, IA last sell?

309 N Elm St, Avoca, IA last sold on Apr 8, 2020 for $159,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 309 N Elm St, Avoca, IA?

309 N Elm St, Avoca, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,371 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 309 N Elm St, Avoca, IA built?

309 N Elm St, Avoca, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 309 N Elm St, Avoca, IA?

309 N Elm St, Avoca, IA is assigned to AHSTW Intermediate School (middle), rated A; AHSTW High School (high), rated B+; AHSTW Primary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Ahstw Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 309 N Elm St, Avoca, IA compare to other homes in Avoca 51521?

Among the 1,036 homes in Avoca 51521, it is worth more than 59% of them ($214,121 against a typical $191,049), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($156 against a typical $163), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,371 ft² against a typical 1,252 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1900 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Pottawattamie County, it is worth more than 44% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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