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$81,308$48 / 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 74How 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

5979 RIVER RD

QUIMBY, IA 51049
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,680 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.
39.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$81K
$60K low$102K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,604 (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.$168,650 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,930
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$120,720
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$147,310
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$168,650

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.77 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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyCherokee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.39.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
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
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 · 332 ft²

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

E
River Valley Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.5 mi
M
River Valley Junior- Senior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 14.5 mi

District: River Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51049These 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.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.364
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,002
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,091
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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

5979 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.

  • Worth less than 81% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Quimby 51049
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Cherokee County

What homes are worth in Quimby 51049

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

This home
$30K$338K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Quimby 51049.

How it measures up in Quimby 51049

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Quimby 51049.

Estimated value$81,308
CheaperTypical $80,084Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$48
CheaperTypical $59Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,376 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size39.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.38 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 5979 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeQuimby 51049Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$81,30852% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4834% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²80% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than39.15 ac89% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than192040% of homes41% of homes

About 5979 River Rd

How much is 5979 River Rd, Quimby, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5979 River Rd, Quimby, IA is $81,308 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $60,273 to $102,343. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5979 River Rd, Quimby, IA last sell?

5979 River Rd, Quimby, IA last sold on Jan 28, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5979 River Rd, Quimby, IA?

5979 River Rd, Quimby, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 39.15-acre lot.

When was 5979 River Rd, Quimby, IA built?

5979 River Rd, Quimby, IA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5979 River Rd, Quimby, IA?

5979 River Rd, Quimby, IA is assigned to River Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B; River Valley Junior- Senior High School (middle), rated C. All sit in River Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5979 River Rd, Quimby, IA compare to other homes in Quimby 51049?

Among the 268 homes in Quimby 51049, it is worth more than 52% of them ($81,308 against a typical $80,084), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($48 against a typical $59), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,376 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (39.15 ac against a typical 0.38 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1920 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 19% 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 5979 River Rd, Quimby, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5979 River Rd, Quimby, IA was $1,604. The county assessed it at $168,650.

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