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$163,170$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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $93,000 on Sep 16, 2009

521 N 8TH ST

ESTHERVILLE, IA 51334
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,768 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.
1914
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$163K
$143K low$184K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$93,000 · Sep 16, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,824 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$115,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$102,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$115,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$115,800

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.5 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyEMMET
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)
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 15 ft²Porch · 208 ft²

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.

M
Estherville Lincoln Central Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Estherville Lincoln Central High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Demoney Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.8 mi

District: Estherville Lincoln Central Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51334These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
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.7,185
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.38 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,982
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,527
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 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 N 8th 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.

  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Estherville 51334
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Emmet County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Estherville 51334

What homes are worth in Estherville 51334

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

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$32K$492K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Estherville 51334.

How it measures up in Estherville 51334

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Estherville 51334.

Estimated value$163,170
CheaperTypical $136,302Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$92
CheaperTypical $107Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1914
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 521 N 8th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEstherville 51334Emmet County
Estimated valuepricier than$163,17062% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9238% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,768 ft²81% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac31% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than191422% of homes25% of homes

About 521 N 8th St

How much is 521 N 8th St, Estherville, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 N 8th St, Estherville, IA is $163,170 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $142,633 to $183,707. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 N 8th St, Estherville, IA last sell?

521 N 8th St, Estherville, IA last sold on Sep 16, 2009 for $93,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 N 8th St, Estherville, IA?

521 N 8th St, Estherville, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,768 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 521 N 8th St, Estherville, IA built?

521 N 8th St, Estherville, IA was built in 1914, making it 112 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 N 8th St, Estherville, IA?

521 N 8th St, Estherville, IA is assigned to Estherville Lincoln Central Middle School (middle), rated C-; Estherville Lincoln Central High School (high), rated D+; Demoney Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Estherville Lincoln Central Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 N 8th St, Estherville, IA compare to other homes in Estherville 51334?

Among the 3,054 homes in Estherville 51334, it is worth more than 62% of them ($163,170 against a typical $136,302), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($92 against a typical $107), it is bigger than 81% of them (1,768 ft² against a typical 1,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1914 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Emmet County, it is worth more than 64% 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 N 8th St, Estherville, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 521 N 8th St, Estherville, IA was $1,824. The county assessed it at $115,800.

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