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$135,688$153 / 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 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

605 NELSON ST

WEST LIBERTY, IA 52776
5
Beds
2
Baths
888 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
7
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

$136K
$106K low$165K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,908 (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.$171,750 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,990
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$140,760
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$170,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$171,750

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.36
11
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
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.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyMUSCATINE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 192 ft²

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

E
West Liberty Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.2 mi
M
West Liberty Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.4 mi
H
West Liberty High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: West Liberty Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52776These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.93%
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.6.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,303
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.60 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,804
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,610
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.61%

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How this home compares

605 Nelson 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.

  • Worth less than 80% of homes in West Liberty 52776
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in West Liberty 52776
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in West Liberty 52776
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Muscatine County

What homes are worth in West Liberty 52776

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

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$79K$488K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in West Liberty 52776.

How it measures up in West Liberty 52776

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Liberty 52776.

Estimated value$135,688
CheaperTypical $194,036Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area888 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 605 Nelson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Liberty 52776Muscatine County
Estimated valuepricier than$135,68820% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15357% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than888 ft²5% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac31% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than198167% of homes73% of homes

About 605 Nelson St

How much is 605 Nelson St, West Liberty, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 605 Nelson St, West Liberty, IA is $135,688 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $106,292 to $165,084. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 605 Nelson St, West Liberty, IA last sell?

605 Nelson St, West Liberty, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 605 Nelson St, West Liberty, IA?

605 Nelson St, West Liberty, IA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 888 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 605 Nelson St, West Liberty, IA built?

605 Nelson St, West Liberty, IA was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a conventional home.

What schools serve 605 Nelson St, West Liberty, IA?

605 Nelson St, West Liberty, IA is assigned to West Liberty Elementary School (elementary), rated C; West Liberty Middle School (middle), rated D+; West Liberty High School (high), rated D+. All sit in West Liberty Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 605 Nelson St, West Liberty, IA compare to other homes in West Liberty 52776?

Among the 1,629 homes in West Liberty 52776, it is worth more than 20% of them ($135,688 against a typical $194,036), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($153 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 5% of them (888 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1981 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Muscatine County, it is worth more than 27% 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 605 Nelson St, West Liberty, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 605 Nelson St, West Liberty, IA was $2,908. The county assessed it at $171,750.

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