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$144,399$149 / 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 79How 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
Last sold for $25,000 on Apr 12, 2019

402 N ELM ST

AVOCA, IA 51521
3
Beds
1
Baths
966 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.
0.82 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1878
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$144K
$114K low$175K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$25,000 · Apr 12, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,214 (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.$154,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$128,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$133,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$154,500

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.59
97
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
55
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
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.116 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.Single Family Residence
CountyPOTTAWATTAMIE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1984
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.82
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
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.Patio · 80 ft²Porch · 180 ft²

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

M
AHSTW Intermediate SchoolA
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 0.7 mi
H
AHSTW High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
AHSTW Primary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.7 mi

District: Ahstw Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51521These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
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.2,321
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.27 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,641
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,943
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.59%

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How this home compares

402 N Elm St 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 less than 83% of homes in Pottawattamie County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Pottawattamie County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Avoca 51521
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Pottawattamie County
  • Among the oldest homes in Pottawattamie County

What homes are worth in Avoca 51521

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

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$48K$505K

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Avoca 51521.

How it measures up in Avoca 51521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Avoca 51521.

Estimated value$144,399
CheaperTypical $190,875Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$149
CheaperTypical $163Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area966 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,252 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.82 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1878
OlderTypical 1944Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 402 N Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAvoca 51521Pottawattamie County
Estimated valuepricier than$144,39935% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14941% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than966 ft²23% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.82 ac70% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than1878almost no homesalmost no homes

About 402 N Elm St

How much is 402 N Elm St, Avoca, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 402 N Elm St, Avoca, IA is $144,399 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $114,005 to $174,793. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 402 N Elm St, Avoca, IA last sell?

402 N Elm St, Avoca, IA last sold on Apr 12, 2019 for $25,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 402 N Elm St, Avoca, IA?

402 N Elm St, Avoca, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 966 square feet of living space and a 0.82-acre lot.

When was 402 N Elm St, Avoca, IA built?

402 N Elm St, Avoca, IA was built in 1878, making it 148 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 402 N Elm St, Avoca, IA?

402 N Elm St, Avoca, IA is assigned to AHSTW Intermediate School (middle), rated A; AHSTW High School (high), rated B+; AHSTW Primary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Ahstw Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 402 N Elm St, Avoca, IA compare to other homes in Avoca 51521?

Among the 1,036 homes in Avoca 51521, it is worth more than 35% of them ($144,399 against a typical $190,875), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($149 against a typical $163), it is bigger than 23% of them (966 ft² against a typical 1,252 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.82 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1878 against a typical 1944). Measured against all of Pottawattamie County, it is worth more than 17% 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 402 N Elm St, Avoca, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 402 N Elm St, Avoca, IA was $2,214. The county assessed it at $154,500.

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