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$326,438$159 / 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 94How 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 $296,500 on Nov 30, 2021

520 SW BEECHWOOD DR

GRIMES, IA 50111
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,056 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$326K
$306K low$347K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$296,500 · Nov 30, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,588 (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.$398,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$58,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$339,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$366,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$398,100

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyPolk
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.2011
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
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.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 110 ft²Shed · 128 ft²Patio · 144 ft²Porch · 24 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Dallas Center-Grimes Oak View SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Dallas Center-Grimes High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Dallas Center Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 7.9 mi

District: Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50111These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.10

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,937
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.653 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,352
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,908
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

520 Sw Beechwood Dr 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 88% of homes in Grimes 50111
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Polk County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Grimes 50111

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

This home
$134K$869K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Grimes 50111.

How it measures up in Grimes 50111

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grimes 50111.

Estimated value$326,438
CheaperTypical $360,728Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$159
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area2,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,614 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 2008Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 520 Sw Beechwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrimes 50111Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$326,43836% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15912% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than2,056 ft²80% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac38% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than200749% of homes83% of homes

About 520 Sw Beechwood Dr

How much is 520 Sw Beechwood Dr, Grimes, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 Sw Beechwood Dr, Grimes, IA is $326,438 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $306,183 to $346,693. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 Sw Beechwood Dr, Grimes, IA last sell?

520 Sw Beechwood Dr, Grimes, IA last sold on Nov 30, 2021 for $296,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 520 Sw Beechwood Dr, Grimes, IA?

520 Sw Beechwood Dr, Grimes, IA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,056 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 520 Sw Beechwood Dr, Grimes, IA built?

520 Sw Beechwood Dr, Grimes, IA was built in 2007, making it 19 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 520 Sw Beechwood Dr, Grimes, IA?

520 Sw Beechwood Dr, Grimes, IA is assigned to Dallas Center-Grimes Oak View School (middle), rated B+; Dallas Center-Grimes High School (high), rated B+; Dallas Center Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 Sw Beechwood Dr, Grimes, IA compare to other homes in Grimes 50111?

Among the 5,898 homes in Grimes 50111, it is worth more than 36% of them ($326,438 against a typical $360,728), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($159 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,056 ft² against a typical 1,614 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (2007 against a typical 2008). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 63% 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 Sw Beechwood Dr, Grimes, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 520 Sw Beechwood Dr, Grimes, IA was $6,588. The county assessed it at $398,100.

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