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$391,766$239 / 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 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

3111 BALSAM AVE

NORA SPRINGS, IA 50458
4
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,640 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.
80 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1914
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$392K
$304K low$479K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,362 (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.$284,090 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$175,750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$108,340
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$248,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$284,090

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.39
56
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
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.
12
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.0.2 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
CountyMITCHELL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.80.00
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.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 80 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Central Springs Middle School
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 4.8 mi
E
Central Springs Elementary School - Nora Springs
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 4.8 mi
H
Central Springs High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.7 mi

District: Central Springs Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50458These 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.69
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.7%
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.1,716
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.25 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,833
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,901
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

3111 Balsam 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.

  • Worth more than 94% of homes in Nora Springs 50458
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Nora Springs 50458
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Nora Springs 50458
  • Older than 85% of homes in Nora Springs 50458

What homes are worth in Nora Springs 50458

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

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$52K$555K

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Nora Springs 50458.

How it measures up in Nora Springs 50458

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Nora Springs 50458.

Estimated value$391,766
CheaperTypical $169,506Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$239
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,640 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,468 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size80 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1914
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 3111 Balsam Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNora Springs 50458Mitchell County
Estimated valuepricier than$391,76694% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23993% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,640 ft²62% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than80 ac97% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than191415% of homes38% of homes

About 3111 Balsam Ave

How much is 3111 Balsam Ave, Nora Springs, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3111 Balsam Ave, Nora Springs, IA is $391,766 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $304,430 to $479,102. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3111 Balsam Ave, Nora Springs, IA last sell?

3111 Balsam Ave, Nora Springs, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3111 Balsam Ave, Nora Springs, IA?

3111 Balsam Ave, Nora Springs, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,640 square feet of living space and a 80.00-acre lot.

When was 3111 Balsam Ave, Nora Springs, IA built?

3111 Balsam Ave, Nora Springs, IA was built in 1914, making it 112 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3111 Balsam Ave, Nora Springs, IA?

3111 Balsam Ave, Nora Springs, IA is assigned to Central Springs Middle School (middle); Central Springs Elementary School - Nora Springs (elementary); Central Springs High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Central Springs Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3111 Balsam Ave, Nora Springs, IA compare to other homes in Nora Springs 50458?

Among the 859 homes in Nora Springs 50458, it is worth more than 94% of them ($391,766 against a typical $169,506), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($239 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,640 ft² against a typical 1,468 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (80 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1914 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Mitchell County, it is worth more than 86% 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 3111 Balsam Ave, Nora Springs, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3111 Balsam Ave, Nora Springs, IA was $3,362. The county assessed it at $284,090.

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