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$103,733$98 / 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 92How 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
Last sold for $18,000 on Oct 27, 1988

521 S PRAIRIE ST

SHELL ROCK, IA 50670
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,056 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$104K
$95K low$112K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$18,000 · Oct 27, 1988

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,172 (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.$153,040 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,560
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$130,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$145,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$153,040

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.33
20
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
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.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.38
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.Forced Air
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Shell Rock Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.5 mi
M
Waverly-Shell Rock Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.8 mi
H
Waverly-Shell Rock Senior High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.1 mi

District: Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50670These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.17%
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.1,981
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.35 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,862
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,558
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

521 S Prairie 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 94% of homes in Shell Rock 50670
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Shell Rock 50670
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Butler County
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Butler County

What homes are worth in Shell Rock 50670

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

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$76K$618K

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Shell Rock 50670.

How it measures up in Shell Rock 50670

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shell Rock 50670.

Estimated value$103,733
CheaperTypical $250,271Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$98
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,413 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 521 S Prairie St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShell Rock 50670Butler County
Estimated valuepricier than$103,7336% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$988% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²20% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac41% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than197358% of homes67% of homes

About 521 S Prairie St

How much is 521 S Prairie St, Shell Rock, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 S Prairie St, Shell Rock, IA is $103,733 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $95,408 to $112,058. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 S Prairie St, Shell Rock, IA last sell?

521 S Prairie St, Shell Rock, IA last sold on Oct 27, 1988 for $18,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 S Prairie St, Shell Rock, IA?

521 S Prairie St, Shell Rock, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,056 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 521 S Prairie St, Shell Rock, IA built?

521 S Prairie St, Shell Rock, IA was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 S Prairie St, Shell Rock, IA?

521 S Prairie St, Shell Rock, IA is assigned to Shell Rock Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Waverly-Shell Rock Middle School (middle), rated B+; Waverly-Shell Rock Senior High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 S Prairie St, Shell Rock, IA compare to other homes in Shell Rock 50670?

Among the 879 homes in Shell Rock 50670, it is worth more than 6% of them ($103,733 against a typical $250,271), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($98 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 1,413 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1973 against a typical 1966). 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 521 S Prairie St, Shell Rock, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 521 S Prairie St, Shell Rock, IA was $2,172. The county assessed it at $153,040.

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