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$198,051$95 / 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 74How 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

3238 RIVER RD

EMMETSBURG, IA 50536
4.5
Baths
2,088 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.
7.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$198K
$146K low$250K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,300 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$310,590 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,370
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$305,220
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$310,590
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$310,590

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
CountyPALO ALTO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.90
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.Block (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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Deck · 412 ft²

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

M
Graettinger-Terril Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.3 mi
H
Graettinger-Terril High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi
E
Graettinger-Terril Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 15.4 mi

District: Graettinger-Terril Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50536These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,417
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,333
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,167
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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

3238 River Rd 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 72% of homes in Emmetsburg 50536
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Palo Alto County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Emmetsburg 50536
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Palo Alto County

What homes are worth in Emmetsburg 50536

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

This home
$34K$596K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Emmetsburg 50536.

How it measures up in Emmetsburg 50536

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Emmetsburg 50536.

Estimated value$198,051
CheaperTypical $130,351Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$95
CheaperTypical $95Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area2,088 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,427 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size7.9 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 3238 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEmmetsburg 50536Palo Alto County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,05172% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9550% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than2,088 ft²85% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.9 ac95% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than196463% of homes65% of homes

About 3238 River Rd

How much is 3238 River Rd, Emmetsburg, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3238 River Rd, Emmetsburg, IA is $198,051 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $145,820 to $250,282. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3238 River Rd, Emmetsburg, IA last sell?

3238 River Rd, Emmetsburg, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3238 River Rd, Emmetsburg, IA?

3238 River Rd, Emmetsburg, IA has 4.5 bathrooms, 2,088 square feet of living space and a 7.90-acre lot.

When was 3238 River Rd, Emmetsburg, IA built?

3238 River Rd, Emmetsburg, IA was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3238 River Rd, Emmetsburg, IA?

3238 River Rd, Emmetsburg, IA is assigned to Graettinger-Terril Middle School (middle), rated D; Graettinger-Terril High School (high), rated D; Graettinger-Terril Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Graettinger-Terril Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3238 River Rd, Emmetsburg, IA compare to other homes in Emmetsburg 50536?

Among the 1,836 homes in Emmetsburg 50536, it is worth more than 72% of them ($198,051 against a typical $130,351), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($95 against a typical $95), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,088 ft² against a typical 1,427 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (7.9 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1964 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Palo Alto County, it is worth more than 71% 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 3238 River Rd, Emmetsburg, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 3238 River Rd, Emmetsburg, IA was $3,300. The county assessed it at $310,590.

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