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$122,495$255 / 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 78How 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
Last sold for $1,218,000 on Apr 16, 2026

3878 RIVER RD

DAYTON, IA 50530
2
Beds
1
Baths
480 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.
55.84 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$122K
$96K low$149K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,218,000 · Apr 16, 2026
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.$122,495
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$97,996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$802 (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.$76,290 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$76,290
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$48,830
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$76,290

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.41 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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountyWEBSTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.55.84
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Manufactured (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Porch · 468 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.

E
Dayton Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.2 mi
M
Southeast Valley Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 10.2 mi
H
Southeast Valley High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 16.5 mi

District: Southeast Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50530These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.88%
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.5.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,260
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.20 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,519
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,271
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

3878 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Webster County
  • Among the smallest homes in Dayton 50530
  • Among the largest lots in Webster County

What homes are worth in Dayton 50530

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

This home
$39K$481K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Dayton 50530.

How it measures up in Dayton 50530

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dayton 50530.

Estimated value$122,495
CheaperTypical $132,893Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$255
CheaperTypical $89Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area480 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,469 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size55.84 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 3878 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDayton 50530Webster County
Estimated valuepricier than$122,49544% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25596% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than480 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than55.84 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than192751% of homes38% of homes

About 3878 River Rd

How much is 3878 River Rd, Dayton, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3878 River Rd, Dayton, IA is $122,495 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $96,063 to $148,927. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3878 River Rd, Dayton, IA last sell?

3878 River Rd, Dayton, IA last sold on Apr 16, 2026 for $1,218,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3878 River Rd, Dayton, IA?

3878 River Rd, Dayton, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 480 square feet of living space and a 55.84-acre lot.

When was 3878 River Rd, Dayton, IA built?

3878 River Rd, Dayton, IA was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3878 River Rd, Dayton, IA?

3878 River Rd, Dayton, IA is assigned to Dayton Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Southeast Valley Middle School (middle), rated C; Southeast Valley High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Southeast Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3878 River Rd, Dayton, IA compare to other homes in Dayton 50530?

Among the 524 homes in Dayton 50530, it is worth more than 44% of them ($122,495 against a typical $132,893), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($255 against a typical $89), it is bigger than almost none of them (480 ft² against a typical 1,469 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (55.84 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1927 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Webster 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 3878 River Rd, Dayton, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3878 River Rd, Dayton, IA was $802. The county assessed it at $76,290.

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