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$232,501$100 / 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 78How 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

491 RUTH AVE

IDAHO FALLS, ID 83401
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,316 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
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

$233K
$181K low$284K high
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.$65,001
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$52,001
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.41%
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.$142,500
IDAHO CENTRAL CU · recorded Dec 17, 2019
2nd 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.$25,000
IDAHO CENTRAL CU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,658 (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.$477,336 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$76,278
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$401,058
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$477,336
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$477,336

Climate Risk

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.Single Family Residence
CountyBonneville
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
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
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.Shed · 200 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Falls Valley Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.7 mi
H
Bonneville High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
Rocky Mountain Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.5 mi

District: Bonneville Joint School District 93

Neighborhood · ZIP 83401These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.129

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.96%
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.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.54,367
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.273 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,220
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,243
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.17 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

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

491 Ruth 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 80% of homes in Bonneville County
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Bonneville County
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Idaho Falls 83401

What homes are worth in Idaho Falls 83401

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

This home
$133K$750K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Idaho Falls 83401.

How it measures up in Idaho Falls 83401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Idaho Falls 83401.

Estimated value$232,501
CheaperTypical $294,845Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$100
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area2,316 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,976 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 491 Ruth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIdaho Falls 83401Bonneville County
Estimated valuepricier than$232,50126% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10013% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than2,316 ft²61% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac34% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than197841% of homes42% of homes

About 491 Ruth Ave

How much is 491 Ruth Ave, Idaho Falls, ID worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 491 Ruth Ave, Idaho Falls, ID is $232,501 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $180,715 to $284,287. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 491 Ruth Ave, Idaho Falls, ID?

491 Ruth Ave, Idaho Falls, ID has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,316 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 491 Ruth Ave, Idaho Falls, ID built?

491 Ruth Ave, Idaho Falls, ID was built in 1978, making it 48 years old.

What schools serve 491 Ruth Ave, Idaho Falls, ID?

491 Ruth Ave, Idaho Falls, ID is assigned to Falls Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Bonneville High School (high), rated A; Rocky Mountain Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Bonneville Joint School District 93. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 491 Ruth Ave, Idaho Falls, ID compare to other homes in Idaho Falls 83401?

Among the 15,390 homes in Idaho Falls 83401, it is worth more than 26% of them ($232,501 against a typical $294,845), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($100 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 61% of them (2,316 ft² against a typical 1,976 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1978 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Bonneville County, it is worth more than 20% 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 491 Ruth Ave, Idaho Falls, ID?

The 2025 property tax bill for 491 Ruth Ave, Idaho Falls, ID was $2,658. The county assessed it at $477,336.

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