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$147,001$105 / 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 75How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

3253 RUTLEDGE AVE

CEDAR, IA 52543
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,400 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.
0.95 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$147K
$111K low$183K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.102%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$133,305
WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK FA · recorded Oct 27, 2005
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$40,000
COMMUNITY FIRST CU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,534 (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.$262,550 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$228,150
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$231,760
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$262,550

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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyMAHASKA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.95
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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 · 205 ft²Porch · 156 ft²

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
Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Jr/Sr High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.9 mi
E
Eddyville Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 5.7 mi

District: Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52543These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
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.314
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.15 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,390
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,405
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

3253 Rutledge 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.

  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Cedar 52543
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Mahaska County
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Mahaska County

What homes are worth in Cedar 52543

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

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$64K$461K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Cedar 52543.

How it measures up in Cedar 52543

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cedar 52543.

Estimated value$147,001
CheaperTypical $167,373Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$105
CheaperTypical $117Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.95 ac
SmallerTypical 1.35 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 3253 Rutledge Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCedar 52543Mahaska County
Estimated valuepricier than$147,00140% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10544% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²35% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.95 ac41% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than200181% of homes88% of homes

About 3253 Rutledge Ave

How much is 3253 Rutledge Ave, Cedar, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3253 Rutledge Ave, Cedar, IA is $147,001 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $110,688 to $183,314. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3253 Rutledge Ave, Cedar, IA last sell?

3253 Rutledge Ave, Cedar, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3253 Rutledge Ave, Cedar, IA?

3253 Rutledge Ave, Cedar, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,400 square feet of living space and a 0.95-acre lot.

When was 3253 Rutledge Ave, Cedar, IA built?

3253 Rutledge Ave, Cedar, IA was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3253 Rutledge Ave, Cedar, IA?

3253 Rutledge Ave, Cedar, IA is assigned to Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated C; Eddyville Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3253 Rutledge Ave, Cedar, IA compare to other homes in Cedar 52543?

Among the 106 homes in Cedar 52543, it is worth more than 40% of them ($147,001 against a typical $167,373), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($105 against a typical $117), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.95 ac against a typical 1.35 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (2001 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Mahaska County, it is worth more than 45% 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 3253 Rutledge Ave, Cedar, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3253 Rutledge Ave, Cedar, IA was $2,534. The county assessed it at $262,550.

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