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$204,730$227 / 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 71How 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
Last sold for $11,125 on May 5, 2025

3163 FOREST DR

ELLSTON, IA 50074
2
Beds
1
Baths
900 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$205K
$145K low$265K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$11,125 · May 5, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,494 (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.$275,787 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,520
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$228,267
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$216,233
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$275,787

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.
38
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
58
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyRINGGOLD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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

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.

M
Mount Ayr High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 13.0 mi
E
Mount Ayr Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 13.2 mi

District: Mount Ayr Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50074These 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.144
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.126
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.43%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
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.283
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,130
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,103
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

3163 Forest Dr 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 less than 87% of homes in Ellston 50074
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Ellston 50074
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Ellston 50074
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Ellston 50074
  • Older than 91% of homes in Ellston 50074

What homes are worth in Ellston 50074

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

This home
$73K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Ellston 50074.

How it measures up in Ellston 50074

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ellston 50074.

Estimated value$204,730
CheaperTypical $507,736Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$227
CheaperTypical $509Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area900 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,080 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 3163 Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEllston 50074Ringgold County
Estimated valuepricier than$204,73013% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2278% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than900 ft²29% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac12% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than19749% of homes51% of homes

About 3163 Forest Dr

How much is 3163 Forest Dr, Ellston, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3163 Forest Dr, Ellston, IA is $204,730 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $144,739 to $264,721. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3163 Forest Dr, Ellston, IA last sell?

3163 Forest Dr, Ellston, IA last sold on May 5, 2025 for $11,125, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3163 Forest Dr, Ellston, IA?

3163 Forest Dr, Ellston, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 900 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 3163 Forest Dr, Ellston, IA built?

3163 Forest Dr, Ellston, IA was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3163 Forest Dr, Ellston, IA?

3163 Forest Dr, Ellston, IA is assigned to Mount Ayr High School (middle), rated A-; Mount Ayr Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Mount Ayr Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3163 Forest Dr, Ellston, IA compare to other homes in Ellston 50074?

Among the 756 homes in Ellston 50074, it is worth more than 13% of them ($204,730 against a typical $507,736), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($227 against a typical $509), it is bigger than 29% of them (900 ft² against a typical 1,080 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1974 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Ringgold County, it is worth more than 61% 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 3163 Forest Dr, Ellston, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3163 Forest Dr, Ellston, IA was $3,494. The county assessed it at $275,787.

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