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$137,694$126 / 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 68How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $100,000 on Jul 14, 2026

609 W WATER ST

DECORAH, IA 52101
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,092 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.
3,420 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$138K
$93K low$182K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$100,000 · Jul 14, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,446 (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.$83,620 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$71,520
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$126,920
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$83,620

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
60
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyWINNESHIEK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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.None
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.Deck · 84 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Decorah Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.3 mi
E
John Cline Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.4 mi
H
Decorah High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Decorah Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52101These 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.97
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 100.16

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,187
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.42 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,457
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,291
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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 W Water 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 90% of homes in Decorah 52101
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Decorah 52101
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Winneshiek County
  • Among the smallest lots in Decorah 52101
  • Older than 95% of homes in Winneshiek County

What homes are worth in Decorah 52101

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

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$73K$688K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Decorah 52101.

How it measures up in Decorah 52101

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decorah 52101.

Estimated value$137,694
CheaperTypical $268,870Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$126
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,524 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size3,420 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 609 W Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecorah 52101Winneshiek County
Estimated valuepricier than$137,69410% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12620% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²17% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,420 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than18806% of homes5% of homes

About 609 W Water St

How much is 609 W Water St, Decorah, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 609 W Water St, Decorah, IA is $137,694 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $93,393 to $181,995. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 609 W Water St, Decorah, IA last sell?

609 W Water St, Decorah, IA last sold on Jul 14, 2026 for $100,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 609 W Water St, Decorah, IA?

609 W Water St, Decorah, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 609 W Water St, Decorah, IA built?

609 W Water St, Decorah, IA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 609 W Water St, Decorah, IA?

609 W Water St, Decorah, IA is assigned to Decorah Middle School (middle), rated A; John Cline Elementary School (elementary); Decorah High School (high), rated A. All sit in Decorah Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 609 W Water St, Decorah, IA compare to other homes in Decorah 52101?

Among the 5,096 homes in Decorah 52101, it is worth more than 10% of them ($137,694 against a typical $268,870), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($126 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,524 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,420 ft² against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1880 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Winneshiek County, it is worth more than 20% 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 609 W Water St, Decorah, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 609 W Water St, Decorah, IA was $1,446. The county assessed it at $83,620.

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