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$256,259$267 / 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 75How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

42174 BOSTON AVE

MACEDONIA, IA 51549
2
Beds
2
Baths
960 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.
32.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$256K
$192K low$320K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,018 (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.$232,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$94,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$138,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$196,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$232,300

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.41
10
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.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
51
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
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.1987
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.32.90
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.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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 · 256 ft²Porch · 140 ft²

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

M
Riverside Middle/Senior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 6.3 mi
E
Oakland Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 7.3 mi

District: Riverside Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51549These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.7%
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.441
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.$80,712
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,203
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.59%

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How this home compares

42174 Boston 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.

  • Worth more than 79% of homes in Macedonia 51549
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Macedonia 51549
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Macedonia 51549
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Pottawattamie County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Pottawattamie County

What homes are worth in Macedonia 51549

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

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$34K$876K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Macedonia 51549.

How it measures up in Macedonia 51549

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Macedonia 51549.

Estimated value$256,259
CheaperTypical $141,257Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$267
CheaperTypical $143Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,194 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size32.9 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1942Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 42174 Boston Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMacedonia 51549Pottawattamie County
Estimated valuepricier than$256,25979% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26785% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²20% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than32.9 ac92% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than193847% of homes33% of homes

About 42174 Boston Ave

How much is 42174 Boston Ave, Macedonia, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42174 Boston Ave, Macedonia, IA is $256,259 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $192,195 to $320,323. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42174 Boston Ave, Macedonia, IA last sell?

42174 Boston Ave, Macedonia, IA last sold on Jan 29, 1998, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42174 Boston Ave, Macedonia, IA?

42174 Boston Ave, Macedonia, IA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 32.90-acre lot.

When was 42174 Boston Ave, Macedonia, IA built?

42174 Boston Ave, Macedonia, IA was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42174 Boston Ave, Macedonia, IA?

42174 Boston Ave, Macedonia, IA is assigned to Riverside Middle/Senior High School (middle), rated B+; Oakland Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Riverside Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42174 Boston Ave, Macedonia, IA compare to other homes in Macedonia 51549?

Among the 269 homes in Macedonia 51549, it is worth more than 79% of them ($256,259 against a typical $141,257), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($267 against a typical $143), it is bigger than 20% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,194 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (32.9 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1938 against a typical 1942). Measured against all of Pottawattamie County, it is worth more than 57% 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 42174 Boston Ave, Macedonia, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 42174 Boston Ave, Macedonia, IA was $3,018. The county assessed it at $232,300.

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