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$75,215$61 / 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 72How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $67,500 on Jan 2, 2025

4494 ORCHID AVE

NORTHWOOD, IA 50459
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,224 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.
4.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$75K
$54K low$97K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$67,500 · Jan 2, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$702 (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.$64,622 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$38,450
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,172
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$62,562
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$64,622

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.24
97
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
12
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.108 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
CountyWorth
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.49
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.Forced Air
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, Attached

Transaction History(2)

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
Northwood-Kensett Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.2 mi
M
Northwood-Kensett Middle/High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Northwood-Kensett Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50459These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
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.3,048
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,016
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,483
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

4494 Orchid 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 less than 95% of homes in Northwood 50459
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Northwood 50459
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Northwood 50459
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Northwood 50459
  • Older than 76% of homes in Worth County

What homes are worth in Northwood 50459

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

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$57K$524K

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Northwood 50459.

How it measures up in Northwood 50459

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Northwood 50459.

Estimated value$75,215
CheaperTypical $165,949Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$61
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,224 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,504 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size4.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 4494 Orchid Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthwood 50459Worth County
Estimated valuepricier than$75,2155% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$618% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,224 ft²26% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.49 ac71% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than191025% of homes24% of homes

About 4494 Orchid Ave

How much is 4494 Orchid Ave, Northwood, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4494 Orchid Ave, Northwood, IA is $75,215 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $53,780 to $96,650. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4494 Orchid Ave, Northwood, IA last sell?

4494 Orchid Ave, Northwood, IA last sold on Jan 2, 2025 for $67,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4494 Orchid Ave, Northwood, IA?

4494 Orchid Ave, Northwood, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,224 square feet of living space and a 4.49-acre lot.

When was 4494 Orchid Ave, Northwood, IA built?

4494 Orchid Ave, Northwood, IA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4494 Orchid Ave, Northwood, IA?

4494 Orchid Ave, Northwood, IA is assigned to Northwood-Kensett Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Northwood-Kensett Middle/High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Northwood-Kensett Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4494 Orchid Ave, Northwood, IA compare to other homes in Northwood 50459?

Among the 1,320 homes in Northwood 50459, it is worth more than 5% of them ($75,215 against a typical $165,949), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($61 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,224 ft² against a typical 1,504 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (4.49 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1910 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Worth County, it is worth more than 9% 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 4494 Orchid Ave, Northwood, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 4494 Orchid Ave, Northwood, IA was $702. The county assessed it at $64,622.

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