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$237,401$96 / 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 86How 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 $12,000 on May 16, 1988

420 S CHERRY ST

SHELL ROCK, IA 50670
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,484 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1868
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$237K
$205K low$270K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$12,000 · May 16, 1988
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.$157,401
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$125,921
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.35%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$80,000
SECURITY STATE BANK · recorded Jan 27, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,527 (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.$175,880 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$159,920
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$175,880
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$175,880

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Single Family Residence
CountyButler
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
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.Stone (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 318 ft²

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

E
Shell Rock Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.3 mi
M
Waverly-Shell Rock Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.7 mi
H
Waverly-Shell Rock Senior High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50670These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.1,981
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.35 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,862
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,558
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

420 S Cherry 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 more than 70% of homes in Butler County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Shell Rock 50670
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Shell Rock 50670
  • Among the oldest homes in Shell Rock 50670

What homes are worth in Shell Rock 50670

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

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$74K$652K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Shell Rock 50670.

How it measures up in Shell Rock 50670

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shell Rock 50670.

Estimated value$237,401
CheaperTypical $251,839Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$96
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area2,484 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,421 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1868
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 420 S Cherry St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShell Rock 50670Butler County
Estimated valuepricier than$237,40145% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$968% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than2,484 ft²95% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac39% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than1868almost no homesalmost no homes

About 420 S Cherry St

How much is 420 S Cherry St, Shell Rock, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 420 S Cherry St, Shell Rock, IA is $237,401 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $204,967 to $269,835. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 420 S Cherry St, Shell Rock, IA last sell?

420 S Cherry St, Shell Rock, IA last sold on May 16, 1988 for $12,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 420 S Cherry St, Shell Rock, IA?

420 S Cherry St, Shell Rock, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,484 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 420 S Cherry St, Shell Rock, IA built?

420 S Cherry St, Shell Rock, IA was built in 1868, making it 158 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 420 S Cherry St, Shell Rock, IA?

420 S Cherry St, Shell Rock, IA is assigned to Shell Rock Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Waverly-Shell Rock Middle School (middle), rated B+; Waverly-Shell Rock Senior High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 420 S Cherry St, Shell Rock, IA compare to other homes in Shell Rock 50670?

Among the 879 homes in Shell Rock 50670, it is worth more than 45% of them ($237,401 against a typical $251,839), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($96 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,484 ft² against a typical 1,421 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1868 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Butler County, it is worth more than 70% 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 420 S Cherry St, Shell Rock, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 420 S Cherry St, Shell Rock, IA was $2,527. The county assessed it at $175,880.

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