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$389,909$244 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

3948 HIGHWAY 9

RICEVILLE, IA 50466
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,596 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.
38.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$390K
$323K low$456K 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.$389,909
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$311,927

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,930 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$280,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$75,130
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$204,970
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$236,950
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$280,100

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.117 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.1 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
CountyHoward
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.38.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 336 ft²

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

M
Riceville High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 2.8 mi
E
Riceville Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.8 mi

District: Riceville Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50466These 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.148
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.10

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,804
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,646
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,999
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

3948 Highway 9 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 91% of homes in Riceville 50466
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Riceville 50466
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Howard County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Howard County

What homes are worth in Riceville 50466

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

This home
$44K$494K

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Riceville 50466.

How it measures up in Riceville 50466

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Riceville 50466.

Estimated value$389,909
CheaperTypical $178,739Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$244
CheaperTypical $120Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,596 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,509 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size38.5 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 3948 Highway 9 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiceville 50466Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$389,90991% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24492% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,596 ft²58% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than38.5 ac88% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than197971% of homes76% of homes

About 3948 Highway 9

How much is 3948 Highway 9, Riceville, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3948 Highway 9, Riceville, IA is $389,909 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $323,412 to $456,406. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3948 Highway 9, Riceville, IA last sell?

3948 Highway 9, Riceville, IA last sold on Sep 9, 2013, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3948 Highway 9, Riceville, IA?

3948 Highway 9, Riceville, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,596 square feet of living space and a 38.50-acre lot.

When was 3948 Highway 9, Riceville, IA built?

3948 Highway 9, Riceville, IA was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3948 Highway 9, Riceville, IA?

3948 Highway 9, Riceville, IA is assigned to Riceville High School (middle), rated B-; Riceville Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Riceville Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3948 Highway 9, Riceville, IA compare to other homes in Riceville 50466?

Among the 798 homes in Riceville 50466, it is worth more than 91% of them ($389,909 against a typical $178,739), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($244 against a typical $120), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,596 ft² against a typical 1,509 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (38.5 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1979 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 91% 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 3948 Highway 9, Riceville, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3948 Highway 9, Riceville, IA was $2,930. The county assessed it at $280,100.

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