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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $110,000 on Aug 30, 2013

3859 121ST AVE

BURLINGTON, IA 52601
4
Beds
3 / 2
Baths
2,844 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.
8.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$110,000 · Aug 30, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,310 (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.$265,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$70,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$237,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$265,800

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.52
91
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
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.84 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyDES MOINES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.03
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Black Hawk Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 3.9 mi
M
Edward Stone Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.3 mi
H
Burlington Community High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.9 mi

District: Burlington Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52601These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.89%
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.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,467
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.221 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,218
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,904
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

3859 121st 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 96% of homes in Burlington 52601
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Burlington 52601
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Burlington 52601

How it measures up in Burlington 52601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 52601.

Living area2,844 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,366 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size8.03 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 3859 121st Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurlington 52601Des Moines County
Living areabigger than2,844 ft²96% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than8.03 ac97% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than198580% of homes76% of homes

About 3859 121st Ave

When did 3859 121st Ave, Burlington, IA last sell?

3859 121st Ave, Burlington, IA last sold on Aug 30, 2013 for $110,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3859 121st Ave, Burlington, IA?

3859 121st Ave, Burlington, IA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,844 square feet of living space and a 8.03-acre lot.

When was 3859 121st Ave, Burlington, IA built?

3859 121st Ave, Burlington, IA was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3859 121st Ave, Burlington, IA?

3859 121st Ave, Burlington, IA is assigned to Black Hawk Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Edward Stone Middle School (middle), rated D; Burlington Community High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Burlington Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3859 121st Ave, Burlington, IA compare to other homes in Burlington 52601?

Among the 12,004 homes in Burlington 52601, it is bigger than 96% of them (2,844 ft² against a typical 1,366 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (8.03 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (1985 against a typical 1950). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 3859 121st Ave, Burlington, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3859 121st Ave, Burlington, IA was $3,310. The county assessed it at $265,800.

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