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$215,347$189 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $67,500 on Oct 27, 2020

511 N CHESTNUT ST

AVOCA, IA 51521
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,138 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.
0.26 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.

Valuation

$215K
$179K low$251K 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 · Oct 27, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,124 (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.$160,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$139,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$137,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$160,200

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
55
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyPOTTAWATTAMIE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1983
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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
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.Patio · 252 ft²Porch · 90 ft²

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

M
AHSTW Intermediate SchoolA
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 0.8 mi
H
AHSTW High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
AHSTW Primary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.8 mi

District: Ahstw Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51521These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.92%
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.9.8%
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.2,321
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.27 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,641
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,943
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.59%

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How this home compares

511 N Chestnut St 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 67% of homes in Pottawattamie County
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Avoca 51521
  • Older than 86% of homes in Pottawattamie County

What homes are worth in Avoca 51521

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

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$51K$510K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Avoca 51521.

How it measures up in Avoca 51521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Avoca 51521.

Estimated value$215,347
CheaperTypical $190,939Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$189
CheaperTypical $163Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,138 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,252 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1941Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 511 N Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAvoca 51521Pottawattamie County
Estimated valuepricier than$215,34759% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18964% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,138 ft²39% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac35% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than191033% of homes14% of homes

About 511 N Chestnut St

How much is 511 N Chestnut St, Avoca, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 511 N Chestnut St, Avoca, IA is $215,347 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $179,241 to $251,453. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 511 N Chestnut St, Avoca, IA last sell?

511 N Chestnut St, Avoca, IA last sold on Oct 27, 2020 for $67,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 511 N Chestnut St, Avoca, IA?

511 N Chestnut St, Avoca, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,138 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 511 N Chestnut St, Avoca, IA built?

511 N Chestnut St, Avoca, IA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 511 N Chestnut St, Avoca, IA?

511 N Chestnut St, Avoca, IA is assigned to AHSTW Intermediate School (middle), rated A; AHSTW High School (high), rated B+; AHSTW Primary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Ahstw Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 511 N Chestnut St, Avoca, IA compare to other homes in Avoca 51521?

Among the 1,036 homes in Avoca 51521, it is worth more than 59% of them ($215,347 against a typical $190,939), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($189 against a typical $163), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,138 ft² against a typical 1,252 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1910 against a typical 1941). Measured against all of Pottawattamie County, it is worth more than 44% 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 511 N Chestnut St, Avoca, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 511 N Chestnut St, Avoca, IA was $2,124. The county assessed it at $160,200.

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