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$38,014$97 / 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 85How 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 $18,000 on Feb 26, 2013

601 N ELM ST

AVOCA, IA 51521
3
Beds
1
Baths
392 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
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.

Valuation

$38K
$32K low$44K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$18,000 · Feb 26, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$150 (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.$10,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$10,300

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.54
72
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
55
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.19 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyPOTTAWATTAMIE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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.Patio · 90 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
AHSTW Intermediate SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 0.8 mi
H
AHSTW High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
AHSTW Primary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.8 mi

District: Ahstw Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51521These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,321
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.27 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,641
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,943
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

601 N Elm 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Avoca 51521
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Pottawattamie County
  • Among the smallest homes in Avoca 51521
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Avoca 51521
  • Older than 86% of homes in Pottawattamie County

What homes are worth in Avoca 51521

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

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$63K$539K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Avoca 51521.

How it measures up in Avoca 51521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Avoca 51521.

Estimated value$38,014
CheaperTypical $192,540Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$97
CheaperTypical $159Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area392 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,257 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 601 N Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAvoca 51521Pottawattamie County
Estimated valuepricier than$38,014almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$979% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than392 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac3% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than191032% of homes14% of homes

About 601 N Elm St

How much is 601 N Elm St, Avoca, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 601 N Elm St, Avoca, IA is $38,014 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $32,240 to $43,788. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 601 N Elm St, Avoca, IA last sell?

601 N Elm St, Avoca, IA last sold on Feb 26, 2013 for $18,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 601 N Elm St, Avoca, IA?

601 N Elm St, Avoca, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 392 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 601 N Elm St, Avoca, IA built?

601 N Elm St, Avoca, IA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 601 N Elm St, Avoca, IA?

601 N Elm St, Avoca, IA is assigned to AHSTW Intermediate School (middle), rated B+; AHSTW High School (high), rated A-; AHSTW Primary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Ahstw Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 601 N Elm St, Avoca, IA compare to other homes in Avoca 51521?

Among the 983 homes in Avoca 51521, it is worth more than almost none of them ($38,014 against a typical $192,540), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($97 against a typical $159), it is bigger than almost none of them (392 ft² against a typical 1,257 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1910 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Pottawattamie County, it is worth more than almost no 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 601 N Elm St, Avoca, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 601 N Elm St, Avoca, IA was $150. The county assessed it at $10,300.

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