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$409,329$224 / 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 83How 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

3740 VAIL AVE

STORY CITY, IA 50248
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,828 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.
3.93 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
8
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

$409K
$341K low$477K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,596 (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.$309,490 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,550
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$303,940
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$307,180
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$309,490

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.12 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.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
CountyHAMILTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.93
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
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, Detached
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 · 240 ft²Patio · 270 ft²

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

M
South Hamilton Middle and High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 5.8 mi
E
South Hamilton Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 6.0 mi

District: South Hamilton Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50248These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
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.28%
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.5,111
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.62 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,845
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,865
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

3740 Vail 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 92% of homes in Hamilton County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Hamilton County
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Hamilton County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Story City 50248
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Hamilton County

What homes are worth in Story City 50248

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

This home
$85K$728K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Story City 50248.

How it measures up in Story City 50248

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Story City 50248.

Estimated value$409,329
CheaperTypical $249,068Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,828 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,487 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size3.93 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 3740 Vail Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStory City 50248Hamilton County
Estimated valuepricier than$409,32981% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22474% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than1,828 ft²72% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.93 ac84% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than198165% of homes83% of homes

About 3740 Vail Ave

How much is 3740 Vail Ave, Story City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3740 Vail Ave, Story City, IA is $409,329 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $341,488 to $477,170. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3740 Vail Ave, Story City, IA last sell?

3740 Vail Ave, Story City, IA last sold on Jun 21, 1990, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3740 Vail Ave, Story City, IA?

3740 Vail Ave, Story City, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,828 square feet of living space and a 3.93-acre lot.

When was 3740 Vail Ave, Story City, IA built?

3740 Vail Ave, Story City, IA was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a split foyer home.

What schools serve 3740 Vail Ave, Story City, IA?

3740 Vail Ave, Story City, IA is assigned to South Hamilton Middle and High School (middle), rated A; South Hamilton Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in South Hamilton Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3740 Vail Ave, Story City, IA compare to other homes in Story City 50248?

Among the 1,721 homes in Story City 50248, it is worth more than 81% of them ($409,329 against a typical $249,068), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($224 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,828 ft² against a typical 1,487 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (3.93 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1981 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Hamilton County, it is worth more than 92% 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 3740 Vail Ave, Story City, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3740 Vail Ave, Story City, IA was $3,596. The county assessed it at $309,490.

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