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$435,737$414 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $250,000 on May 9, 2013

5249 OBSERVATORY AVE SW

RIVERSIDE, IA 52327
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,052 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.
2.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$436K
$409K low$462K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · May 9, 2013
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$171,860
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$137,488
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.62%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$243,877
RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE NETWORK INC · recorded May 9, 2013
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$20,000
GREENSTATE CU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,102 (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.$323,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$83,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$240,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$303,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$323,800

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.30 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyJOHNSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.19
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
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 · 170 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.

E
Alexander Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 5.3 mi
H
West High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.2 mi
M
Northwest Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 9.2 mi

District: Iowa City Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52327These 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.132
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 100.19

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
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.4,602
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.55 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,498
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,299
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.60%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5249 Observatory Ave Sw 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 more than 78% of homes in Riverside 52327
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Riverside 52327
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Riverside 52327
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Johnson County

What homes are worth in Riverside 52327

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

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$113K$664K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Riverside 52327.

How it measures up in Riverside 52327

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Riverside 52327.

Estimated value$435,737
CheaperTypical $322,003Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$414
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,052 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,609 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size2.19 ac
SmallerTypical 1.22 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 5249 Observatory Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiverside 52327Johnson County
Estimated valuepricier than$435,73778% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$414almost all homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,052 ft²13% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.19 ac64% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than198446% of homes37% of homes

About 5249 Observatory Ave Sw

How much is 5249 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5249 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA is $435,737 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $409,463 to $462,011. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5249 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA last sell?

5249 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA last sold on May 9, 2013 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5249 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA?

5249 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,052 square feet of living space and a 2.19-acre lot.

When was 5249 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA built?

5249 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5249 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA?

5249 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA is assigned to Alexander Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; West High School (high), rated B+; Northwest Junior High School (middle), rated C. All sit in Iowa City Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5249 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA compare to other homes in Riverside 52327?

Among the 1,388 homes in Riverside 52327, it is worth more than 78% of them ($435,737 against a typical $322,003), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($414 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,052 ft² against a typical 1,609 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (2.19 ac against a typical 1.22 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1984 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Johnson County, it is worth more than 72% 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 5249 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5249 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA was $4,102. The county assessed it at $323,800.

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