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$707,871$466 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

3685 BALSAM AVE

OSAGE, IA 50461
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,520 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.
160 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$708K
$567K low$849K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,800 (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.$681,090 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$424,780
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$256,310
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$579,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$681,090

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.32
25
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.
62
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.
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Foyer
CountyMITCHELL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.160.00
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.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.Mixed
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 · 296 ft²

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

E
Lincoln Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 9.9 mi
H
Osage High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.2 mi
M
Osage Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 10.2 mi

District: Osage Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50461These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.7

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.5,704
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.32 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,718
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,669
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

3685 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 98% of homes in Osage 50461
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Osage 50461
  • Among the largest lots in Osage 50461
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Osage 50461

What homes are worth in Osage 50461

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

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$60K$720K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Osage 50461.

How it measures up in Osage 50461

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Osage 50461.

Estimated value$707,871
CheaperTypical $195,854Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$466
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,520 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size160 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 3685 Balsam Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOsage 50461Mitchell County
Estimated valuepricier than$707,87198% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$466almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,520 ft²52% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than160 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than198978% of homes77% of homes

About 3685 Balsam Ave

How much is 3685 Balsam Ave, Osage, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3685 Balsam Ave, Osage, IA is $707,871 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $566,620 to $849,122. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3685 Balsam Ave, Osage, IA last sell?

3685 Balsam Ave, Osage, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3685 Balsam Ave, Osage, IA?

3685 Balsam Ave, Osage, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,520 square feet of living space and a 160.00-acre lot.

When was 3685 Balsam Ave, Osage, IA built?

3685 Balsam Ave, Osage, IA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a split foyer home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3685 Balsam Ave, Osage, IA?

3685 Balsam Ave, Osage, IA is assigned to Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Osage High School (high), rated A-; Osage Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Osage Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3685 Balsam Ave, Osage, IA compare to other homes in Osage 50461?

Among the 2,505 homes in Osage 50461, it is worth more than 98% of them ($707,871 against a typical $195,854), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($466 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,520 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (160 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1989 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Mitchell County, it is worth more than 98% 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 3685 Balsam Ave, Osage, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3685 Balsam Ave, Osage, IA was $8,800. The county assessed it at $681,090.

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