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$197,454$90 / 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 87How 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 $157,000 on Jan 16, 2020

509 21ST ST NE

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52402
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,206 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$197K
$173K low$222K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$157,000 · Jan 16, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,152 (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.$186,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$150,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$184,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$186,600

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.30%
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.minimal

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
CountyLINN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 224 ft²

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

M
Benjamin Franklin Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.1 mi
E
Trailside Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Washington High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Cedar Rapids Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52402These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.40,864
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,020 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,958
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,674
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

509 21st St Ne 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 67% of homes in Linn County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Cedar Rapids 52402
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Linn County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Linn County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Cedar Rapids 52402

What homes are worth in Cedar Rapids 52402

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

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$92K$524K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Cedar Rapids 52402.

How it measures up in Cedar Rapids 52402

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cedar Rapids 52402.

Estimated value$197,454
CheaperTypical $214,195Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$90
CheaperTypical $136Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area2,206 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,577 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 509 21st St Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCedar Rapids 52402Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$197,45442% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$904% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than2,206 ft²78% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac20% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than192512% of homes15% of homes

About 509 21st St Ne

How much is 509 21st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 21st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA is $197,454 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $172,520 to $222,388. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 21st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA last sell?

509 21st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA last sold on Jan 16, 2020 for $157,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 509 21st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA?

509 21st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,206 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 509 21st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA built?

509 21st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 509 21st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA?

509 21st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA is assigned to Benjamin Franklin Middle School (middle), rated D-; Trailside Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Washington High School (high), rated D. All sit in Cedar Rapids Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 21st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA compare to other homes in Cedar Rapids 52402?

Among the 15,276 homes in Cedar Rapids 52402, it is worth more than 42% of them ($197,454 against a typical $214,195), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($90 against a typical $136), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,206 ft² against a typical 1,577 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1925 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than 33% 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 509 21st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 21st St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA was $3,152. The county assessed it at $186,600.

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