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$91,640$143 / 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 73How 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

5653 RIVER RD

ELDON, IA 52554
2
Beds
1
Baths
640 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.
1.25 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.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$92K
$66K low$117K high
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.$91,640
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$73,312

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$388 (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.$29,280 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,290
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$29,280

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.124 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
CountyWapello
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.25
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 200 ft²Porch · 120 ft²

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

H
Cardinal High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi
M
Cardinal Junior High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.4 mi
E
Cardinal Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 3.5 mi

District: Cardinal Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52554These 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.152
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.5%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,371
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.34 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,909
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,776
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

5653 River Rd 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 more per square foot than 81% of homes in Eldon 52554
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Eldon 52554
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Wapello County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Wapello County

What homes are worth in Eldon 52554

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

This home
$37K$415K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Eldon 52554.

How it measures up in Eldon 52554

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Eldon 52554.

Estimated value$91,640
CheaperTypical $79,152Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $68Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area640 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,236 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size1.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1923Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 5653 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEldon 52554Wapello County
Estimated valuepricier than$91,64059% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14381% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than640 ft²2% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.25 ac74% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than190038% of homes16% of homes

About 5653 River Rd

How much is 5653 River Rd, Eldon, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5653 River Rd, Eldon, IA is $91,640 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $66,454 to $116,826. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5653 River Rd, Eldon, IA last sell?

5653 River Rd, Eldon, IA last sold on Jul 7, 2020, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5653 River Rd, Eldon, IA?

5653 River Rd, Eldon, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 640 square feet of living space and a 1.25-acre lot.

When was 5653 River Rd, Eldon, IA built?

5653 River Rd, Eldon, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5653 River Rd, Eldon, IA?

5653 River Rd, Eldon, IA is assigned to Cardinal High School (high), rated B-; Cardinal Junior High School (middle), rated B; Cardinal Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Cardinal Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5653 River Rd, Eldon, IA compare to other homes in Eldon 52554?

Among the 675 homes in Eldon 52554, it is worth more than 59% of them ($91,640 against a typical $79,152), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($143 against a typical $68), it is bigger than 2% of them (640 ft² against a typical 1,236 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (1.25 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1900 against a typical 1923). Measured against all of Wapello County, it is worth more than 40% 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 5653 River Rd, Eldon, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5653 River Rd, Eldon, IA was $388. The county assessed it at $29,280.

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