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$117,638$123 / 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 75How 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
Last sold for $63,000 on Sep 21, 1998

61 RICHARDS DR

FORT MADISON, IA 52627
3
Beds
1
Baths
960 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$118K
$88K low$148K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$63,000 · Sep 21, 1998
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$9,638
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$7,710
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.87%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$108,000
US BANK NA · recorded Aug 12, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,786 (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.$122,960 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,160
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$108,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$112,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$122,960

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.Ranch
CountyLee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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

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

E
Fort Madison Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.8 mi
M
Fort Madison Junior/Senior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Fort Madison Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52627These 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.109
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 100.26

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,784
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.179 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,735
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,836
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

61 Richards Dr 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Fort Madison 52627
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Lee County
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Lee County

What homes are worth in Fort Madison 52627

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

This home
$28K$503K

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Fort Madison 52627.

How it measures up in Fort Madison 52627

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fort Madison 52627.

Estimated value$117,638
CheaperTypical $105,490Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$123
CheaperTypical $84Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,289 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1941Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 61 Richards Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFort Madison 52627Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$117,63856% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12372% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²20% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac49% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than195260% of homes52% of homes

About 61 Richards Dr

How much is 61 Richards Dr, Fort Madison, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 61 Richards Dr, Fort Madison, IA is $117,638 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $87,723 to $147,553. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 61 Richards Dr, Fort Madison, IA last sell?

61 Richards Dr, Fort Madison, IA last sold on Sep 21, 1998 for $63,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 61 Richards Dr, Fort Madison, IA?

61 Richards Dr, Fort Madison, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 61 Richards Dr, Fort Madison, IA built?

61 Richards Dr, Fort Madison, IA was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 61 Richards Dr, Fort Madison, IA?

61 Richards Dr, Fort Madison, IA is assigned to Fort Madison Elementary School (elementary); Fort Madison Junior/Senior High School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Fort Madison Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 61 Richards Dr, Fort Madison, IA compare to other homes in Fort Madison 52627?

Among the 5,153 homes in Fort Madison 52627, it is worth more than 56% of them ($117,638 against a typical $105,490), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($123 against a typical $84), it is bigger than 20% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,289 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1952 against a typical 1941). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 48% 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 61 Richards Dr, Fort Madison, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 61 Richards Dr, Fort Madison, IA was $1,786. The county assessed it at $122,960.

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