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$267,459$146 / 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 81How 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 $225,000 on May 8, 2009

5447 OBSERVATORY AVE SW

RIVERSIDE, IA 52327
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,827 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$267K
$217K low$318K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · May 8, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,002 (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.$378,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$156,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$222,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$343,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$378,400

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.7 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.2.00
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 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.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 · 144 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.

E
Highland Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.5 mi
M
Highland Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.9 mi
H
Highland High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.9 mi

District: Highland 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%

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How this home compares

5447 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Johnson County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Johnson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Johnson County
  • Older than 91% 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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$110K$640K

This home is worth more than 41% 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$267,459
CheaperTypical $298,902Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,827 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,609 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 1.2 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 5447 Observatory Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiverside 52327Johnson County
Estimated valuepricier than$267,45941% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14629% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,827 ft²66% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac64% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than193026% of homes9% of homes

About 5447 Observatory Ave Sw

How much is 5447 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5447 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA is $267,459 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $216,837 to $318,081. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5447 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA last sell?

5447 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA last sold on May 8, 2009 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5447 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA?

5447 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,827 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 5447 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA built?

5447 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5447 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA?

5447 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA is assigned to Highland Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Highland Middle School (middle), rated C; Highland High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Highland Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5447 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA compare to other homes in Riverside 52327?

Among the 1,389 homes in Riverside 52327, it is worth more than 41% of them ($267,459 against a typical $298,902), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($146 against a typical $185), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,827 ft² against a typical 1,609 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (2 ac against a typical 1.2 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1930 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Johnson County, it is worth more than 36% 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 5447 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5447 Observatory Ave Sw, Riverside, IA was $4,002. The county assessed it at $378,400.

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