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$165,489$92 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

4686 FIR AVE

RICEVILLE, IA 50466
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,792 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.
7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1912
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.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$165K
$119K low$212K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,670 (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.$166,020 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,550
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$156,470
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$145,570
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$166,020

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.7.00
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
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Deck · 422 ft²Porch · 104 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 · 8.2 mi
E
Riceville Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 8.2 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%

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How this home compares

4686 Fir 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Riceville 50466
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Howard County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Howard County
  • Older than 68% 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
$45K$485K

This home is worth more than 45% 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$165,489
CheaperTypical $184,456Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$92
CheaperTypical $117Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,792 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,510 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size7 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1912
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 4686 Fir Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiceville 50466Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$165,48945% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9234% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,792 ft²71% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7 ac72% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than191238% of homes32% of homes

About 4686 Fir Ave

How much is 4686 Fir Ave, Riceville, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4686 Fir Ave, Riceville, IA is $165,489 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $118,672 to $212,306. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4686 Fir Ave, Riceville, IA last sell?

4686 Fir Ave, Riceville, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4686 Fir Ave, Riceville, IA?

4686 Fir Ave, Riceville, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,792 square feet of living space and a 7.00-acre lot.

When was 4686 Fir Ave, Riceville, IA built?

4686 Fir Ave, Riceville, IA was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4686 Fir Ave, Riceville, IA?

4686 Fir Ave, 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 4686 Fir Ave, Riceville, IA compare to other homes in Riceville 50466?

Among the 799 homes in Riceville 50466, it is worth more than 45% of them ($165,489 against a typical $184,456), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($92 against a typical $117), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,792 ft² against a typical 1,510 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (7 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1912 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 52% 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 4686 Fir Ave, Riceville, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4686 Fir Ave, Riceville, IA was $1,670. The county assessed it at $166,020.

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