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$71,414$78 / 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 71How 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
Last sold for $5,000 on Oct 17, 2024

506 E FOREST AVE

DOWS, IA 50071
2
Beds
1
Baths
918 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$71K
$51K low$92K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$5,000 · Oct 17, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$58 (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.$3,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$3,300

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.40
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.Single Family Residence
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
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.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.Porch · 160 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.

H
Clarion-Goldfield-Dows High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.6 mi
E
Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 13.0 mi
M
Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 13.0 mi

District: Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50071These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
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.798
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,987
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,995
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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

506 E Forest 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 Franklin County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Dows 50071

What homes are worth in Dows 50071

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

This home
$21K$346K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Dows 50071.

How it measures up in Dows 50071

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dows 50071.

Estimated value$71,414
CheaperTypical $88,161Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$78
CheaperTypical $63Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area918 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,508 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 506 E Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDows 50071Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$71,41439% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7863% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than918 ft²10% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac39% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than192057% of homes42% of homes

About 506 E Forest Ave

How much is 506 E Forest Ave, Dows, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 506 E Forest Ave, Dows, IA is $71,414 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $51,055 to $91,773. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 506 E Forest Ave, Dows, IA last sell?

506 E Forest Ave, Dows, IA last sold on Oct 17, 2024 for $5,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 506 E Forest Ave, Dows, IA?

506 E Forest Ave, Dows, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 918 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 506 E Forest Ave, Dows, IA built?

506 E Forest Ave, Dows, IA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old.

What schools serve 506 E Forest Ave, Dows, IA?

506 E Forest Ave, Dows, IA is assigned to Clarion-Goldfield-Dows High School (high), rated C; Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 506 E Forest Ave, Dows, IA compare to other homes in Dows 50071?

Among the 555 homes in Dows 50071, it is worth more than 39% of them ($71,414 against a typical $88,161), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($78 against a typical $63), it is bigger than 10% of them (918 ft² against a typical 1,508 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1920 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Franklin 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 506 E Forest Ave, Dows, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 506 E Forest Ave, Dows, IA was $58. The county assessed it at $3,300.

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