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$112,688$85 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $55,500 on Jun 24, 2014

521 WATER ST

WEBSTER CITY, IA 50595
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,330 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$113K
$93K low$132K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,500 · Jun 24, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,018 (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.$68,580 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$54,980
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$68,580

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHAMILTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Porch · 96 ft²

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

M
Webster City Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Pleasant View Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 0.5 mi
H
Webster City High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Webster City Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50595These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,963
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.58 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,345
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,902
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.61%

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How this home compares

521 Water 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 73% of homes in Hamilton County
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Hamilton County
  • Older than 79% of homes in Hamilton County

What homes are worth in Webster City 50595

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

This home
$39K$481K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Webster City 50595.

How it measures up in Webster City 50595

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Webster City 50595.

Estimated value$112,688
CheaperTypical $147,437Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$85
CheaperTypical $109Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,330 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,381 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 521 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWebster City 50595Hamilton County
Estimated valuepricier than$112,68833% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8532% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,330 ft²46% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac51% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than190022% of homes21% of homes

About 521 Water St

How much is 521 Water St, Webster City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 Water St, Webster City, IA is $112,688 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $93,362 to $132,014. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 Water St, Webster City, IA last sell?

521 Water St, Webster City, IA last sold on Jun 24, 2014 for $55,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 Water St, Webster City, IA?

521 Water St, Webster City, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,330 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 521 Water St, Webster City, IA built?

521 Water St, Webster City, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 Water St, Webster City, IA?

521 Water St, Webster City, IA is assigned to Webster City Middle School (middle), rated C+; Pleasant View Elementary School (elementary); Webster City High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Webster City Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 Water St, Webster City, IA compare to other homes in Webster City 50595?

Among the 3,566 homes in Webster City 50595, it is worth more than 33% of them ($112,688 against a typical $147,437), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($85 against a typical $109), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,330 ft² against a typical 1,381 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1900 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Hamilton County, it is worth more than 27% 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 Water St, Webster City, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 Water St, Webster City, IA was $1,018. The county assessed it at $68,580.

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