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$151,349$96 / 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 80How 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 $225,000 on Apr 26, 2022

317 RAILROAD AVE

DOW CITY, IA 51528
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,570 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1903
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

$151K
$120K low$182K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Apr 26, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,380 (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.$100,260 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$870
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$99,390
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$98,430
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$100,260

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
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.
56
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.0.14
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 120 ft²

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

E
Denison Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 7.4 mi
H
Denison High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.9 mi
M
Denison Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.2 mi

District: Denison 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

317 Railroad 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.

  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Dow City 51528
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Dow City 51528
  • Older than 78% 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.

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$40K$376K

This home is worth more than 61% of 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$151,349
CheaperTypical $116,590Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$96
CheaperTypical $78Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,570 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1903
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 317 Railroad Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDow City 51528Crawford County
Estimated valuepricier than$151,34961% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9660% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,570 ft²65% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac12% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than190330% of homes22% of homes

About 317 Railroad Ave

How much is 317 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 317 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA is $151,349 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $120,424 to $182,274. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 317 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA last sell?

317 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA last sold on Apr 26, 2022 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 317 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA?

317 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,570 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 317 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA built?

317 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA was built in 1903, making it 123 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 317 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA?

317 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA is assigned to Denison Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Denison High School (high), rated C+; Denison Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Denison Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 317 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA compare to other homes in Dow City 51528?

Among the 514 homes in Dow City 51528, it is worth more than 61% of them ($151,349 against a typical $116,590), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($96 against a typical $78), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,570 ft² against a typical 1,392 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1903 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Crawford County, it is worth more than 53% 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 317 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 317 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA was $1,380. The county assessed it at $100,260.

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