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$191,372$134 / 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 80How 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

520 50TH ST

DOWS, IA 50071
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,432 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.
37.79 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1918
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$191K
$153K low$229K 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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.142%
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.$240,000
UNITED BANK & TRUST · recorded Sep 27, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,575 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$110,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$94,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$81,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$110,700

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
65
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
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.
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.31 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.Rural Residence
CountyFranklin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.37.79
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

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
Alden Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 6.3 mi
H
Iowa Falls - Alden High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.7 mi
M
Riverbend Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.2 mi

District: Iowa Falls 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%

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

520 50th 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.

  • Worth more than 88% of homes in Dows 50071
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Dows 50071
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Franklin County

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
$20K$333K

This home is worth more than 88% 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$191,372
CheaperTypical $83,484Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$134
CheaperTypical $59Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,432 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size37.79 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1918
OlderTypical 1918Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 520 50th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDows 50071Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$191,37288% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13491% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,432 ft²44% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than37.79 ac88% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than191851% of homes36% of homes

About 520 50th St

How much is 520 50th St, Dows, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 50th St, Dows, IA is $191,372 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $153,396 to $229,348. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 520 50th St, Dows, IA?

520 50th St, Dows, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,432 square feet of living space and a 37.79-acre lot.

When was 520 50th St, Dows, IA built?

520 50th St, Dows, IA was built in 1918, making it 108 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 520 50th St, Dows, IA?

520 50th St, Dows, IA is assigned to Alden Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Iowa Falls - Alden High School (high), rated D-; Riverbend Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Iowa Falls Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 50th St, Dows, IA compare to other homes in Dows 50071?

Among the 551 homes in Dows 50071, it is worth more than 88% of them ($191,372 against a typical $83,484), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($134 against a typical $59), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,432 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (37.79 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1918 against a typical 1918). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 76% 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 520 50th St, Dows, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 520 50th St, Dows, IA was $1,575. The county assessed it at $110,700.

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