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$64,149$57 / 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 64How 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
Last sold for $40,000 on Nov 2, 2021

609 5TH ST

LOWDEN, IA 52255
1
Beds
1
Baths
1,122 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1873
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

$64K
$41K low$87K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$40,000 · Nov 2, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$986 (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.$65,990 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,570
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$50,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$62,840
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$65,990

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCEDAR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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.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.Patio · 216 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
North Cedar Lowden Elementary CenterB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.1 mi
M
North Cedar Junior/Senior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 6.9 mi

District: North Cedar Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52255These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.95%
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.14%
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.1,345
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.32 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,662
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,360
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.61%

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How this home compares

609 5th 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 Cedar County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Cedar County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Lowden 52255
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Lowden 52255
  • Older than 98% of homes in Cedar County

What homes are worth in Lowden 52255

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

This home
$63K$465K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Lowden 52255.

How it measures up in Lowden 52255

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lowden 52255.

Estimated value$64,149
CheaperTypical $176,468Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$57
CheaperTypical $114Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,122 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,610 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1873
OlderTypical 1928Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 609 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLowden 52255Cedar County
Estimated valuepricier than$64,1492% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$577% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,122 ft²15% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac32% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than18733% of homes2% of homes

About 609 5th St

How much is 609 5th St, Lowden, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 609 5th St, Lowden, IA is $64,149 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $41,115 to $87,183. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 609 5th St, Lowden, IA last sell?

609 5th St, Lowden, IA last sold on Nov 2, 2021 for $40,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 609 5th St, Lowden, IA?

609 5th St, Lowden, IA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,122 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 609 5th St, Lowden, IA built?

609 5th St, Lowden, IA was built in 1873, making it 153 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 609 5th St, Lowden, IA?

609 5th St, Lowden, IA is assigned to North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center (elementary), rated B; North Cedar Junior/Senior High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in North Cedar Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 609 5th St, Lowden, IA compare to other homes in Lowden 52255?

Among the 535 homes in Lowden 52255, it is worth more than 2% of them ($64,149 against a typical $176,468), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($57 against a typical $114), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,122 ft² against a typical 1,610 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1873 against a typical 1928). Measured against all of Cedar 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 609 5th St, Lowden, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 609 5th St, Lowden, IA was $986. The county assessed it at $65,990.

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