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$138,443$110 / ft²
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Last sold for $84,500 on Mar 8, 2010

521 17TH ST NE

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52402
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,255 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.
3,659 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1905
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$138K
$124K low$153K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$84,500 · Mar 8, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,496 (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.$92,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$75,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$88,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$92,600

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.21 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.0.08
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
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.DeckPatio · 84 ft²Porch · 140 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.

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 · 0.6 mi
E
Trailside Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Washington High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 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

521 17th 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 86% of homes in Linn County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Linn County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Cedar Rapids 52402
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Cedar Rapids 52402
  • Older than 97% 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 17% 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$138,443
CheaperTypical $214,195Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$110
CheaperTypical $136Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,255 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,577 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size3,659 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 521 17th St Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMound ViewCedar Rapids 52402Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$138,44344% of homes17% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11042% of homes16% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,255 ft²44% of homes28% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,659 ft²15% of homes2% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than190524% of homes3% of homes7% of homes

About 521 17th St Ne

How much is 521 17th St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 17th St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA is $138,443 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $123,949 to $152,937. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 17th St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA last sell?

521 17th St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA last sold on Mar 8, 2010 for $84,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 521 17th St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA?

521 17th St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,255 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 521 17th St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA built?

521 17th St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 17th St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA?

521 17th 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 521 17th 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 17% of them ($138,443 against a typical $214,195), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($110 against a typical $136), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,255 ft² against a typical 1,577 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (3,659 ft² against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1905 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than 14% 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 521 17th St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 17th St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA was $1,496. The county assessed it at $92,600.

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