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$293,352$196 / 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 89How 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 $258,000 on Feb 5, 2024

6426 FOREST CT

WINDSOR HEIGHTS, IA 50324
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,498 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$293K
$262K low$325K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$258,000 · Feb 5, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,122 (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.$240,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$181,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$215,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$240,600

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.Bungalow
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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 · 156 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
Windsor Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Merrill Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Roosevelt High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Des Moines Independent Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50324These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.5,586
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,859 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,566
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

6426 Forest Ct 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Windsor Heights 50324
  • Older than 85% of homes in Windsor Heights 50324

What homes are worth in Windsor Heights 50324

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

This home
$158K$479K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Windsor Heights 50324.

How it measures up in Windsor Heights 50324

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Windsor Heights 50324.

Estimated value$293,352
CheaperTypical $298,339Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $200Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,498 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 6426 Forest Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWindsor Heights 50324Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$293,35246% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19647% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,498 ft²44% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac10% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than194115% of homes19% of homes

About 6426 Forest Ct

How much is 6426 Forest Ct, Windsor Heights, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6426 Forest Ct, Windsor Heights, IA is $293,352 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $261,971 to $324,733. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6426 Forest Ct, Windsor Heights, IA last sell?

6426 Forest Ct, Windsor Heights, IA last sold on Feb 5, 2024 for $258,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 6426 Forest Ct, Windsor Heights, IA?

6426 Forest Ct, Windsor Heights, IA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,498 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 6426 Forest Ct, Windsor Heights, IA built?

6426 Forest Ct, Windsor Heights, IA was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6426 Forest Ct, Windsor Heights, IA?

6426 Forest Ct, Windsor Heights, IA is assigned to Windsor Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Merrill Middle School (middle), rated C+; Roosevelt High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Des Moines Independent Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6426 Forest Ct, Windsor Heights, IA compare to other homes in Windsor Heights 50324?

Among the 1,962 homes in Windsor Heights 50324, it is worth more than 46% of them ($293,352 against a typical $298,339), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($196 against a typical $200), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,498 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1941 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 54% 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 6426 Forest Ct, Windsor Heights, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 6426 Forest Ct, Windsor Heights, IA was $4,122. The county assessed it at $240,600.

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