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$107,152$92 / 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 75How 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 $21,500 on May 21, 2013

520 HOWARD ST

APLINGTON, IA 50604
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,166 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$107K
$81K low$134K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$21,500 · May 21, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,068 (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.$72,640 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,240
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$63,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$72,640

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
15
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyBUTLER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Deck · 96 ft²Patio · 96 ft²Porch · 36 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Aplington-Parkersburg Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Parkersburg Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 4.8 mi
H
Aplington-Parkersburg High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.1 mi

District: Aplington-Parkersburg Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50604These 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.154
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,236
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,601
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,884
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.61%

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How this home compares

520 Howard 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 less than 82% of homes in Aplington 50604
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Aplington 50604
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Aplington 50604
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Aplington 50604

What homes are worth in Aplington 50604

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

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$58K$418K

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Aplington 50604.

How it measures up in Aplington 50604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Aplington 50604.

Estimated value$107,152
CheaperTypical $185,149Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$92
CheaperTypical $120Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area1,166 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,550 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 520 Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAplington 50604Butler County
Estimated valuepricier than$107,15218% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9228% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,166 ft²20% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac14% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than194846% of homes47% of homes

About 520 Howard St

How much is 520 Howard St, Aplington, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 Howard St, Aplington, IA is $107,152 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $80,601 to $133,703. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 Howard St, Aplington, IA last sell?

520 Howard St, Aplington, IA last sold on May 21, 2013 for $21,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 520 Howard St, Aplington, IA?

520 Howard St, Aplington, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,166 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 520 Howard St, Aplington, IA built?

520 Howard St, Aplington, IA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 Howard St, Aplington, IA?

520 Howard St, Aplington, IA is assigned to Aplington-Parkersburg Middle School (middle), rated A; Parkersburg Elementary School (elementary); Aplington-Parkersburg High School (high), rated A. All sit in Aplington-Parkersburg Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 Howard St, Aplington, IA compare to other homes in Aplington 50604?

Among the 751 homes in Aplington 50604, it is worth more than 18% of them ($107,152 against a typical $185,149), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($92 against a typical $120), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,166 ft² against a typical 1,550 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1948 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Butler 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 520 Howard St, Aplington, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 520 Howard St, Aplington, IA was $1,068. The county assessed it at $72,640.

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