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$778,960$235 / 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 87How 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

6829 RIVER BEND DR

JOHNSTON, IA 50131
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,314 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.
1.55 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$779K
$677K low$881K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,010 (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.$789,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$187,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$601,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$738,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$789,700

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.50
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
52
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.55
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
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, 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 · 190 ft²Patio · 242 ft²Porch · 232 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
Lawson Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Summit Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–7 · 3.8 mi
H
Johnston High SchoolA
High · Grades 10–12 · 4.1 mi

District: Johnston Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50131These 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.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
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.24,921
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.990 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,086
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,616
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.59%

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How this home compares

6829 River Bend 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.

  • Worth more than 98% of homes in Polk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Polk County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Polk County
  • Older than 68% of homes in Johnston 50131

What homes are worth in Johnston 50131

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

This home
$190K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Johnston 50131.

How it measures up in Johnston 50131

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Johnston 50131.

Estimated value$778,960
CheaperTypical $401,595Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$235
CheaperTypical $209Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area3,314 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,902 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size1.55 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 6829 River Bend Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJohnston 50131Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$778,96093% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23569% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than3,314 ft²92% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.55 ac96% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than199832% of homes67% of homes

About 6829 River Bend Dr

How much is 6829 River Bend Dr, Johnston, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6829 River Bend Dr, Johnston, IA is $778,960 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $677,383 to $880,537. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6829 River Bend Dr, Johnston, IA last sell?

6829 River Bend Dr, Johnston, IA last sold on Jul 5, 2016, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6829 River Bend Dr, Johnston, IA?

6829 River Bend Dr, Johnston, IA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,314 square feet of living space and a 1.55-acre lot.

When was 6829 River Bend Dr, Johnston, IA built?

6829 River Bend Dr, Johnston, IA was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 6829 River Bend Dr, Johnston, IA?

6829 River Bend Dr, Johnston, IA is assigned to Lawson Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Summit Middle School (middle), rated A; Johnston High School (high), rated A. All sit in Johnston Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6829 River Bend Dr, Johnston, IA compare to other homes in Johnston 50131?

Among the 7,668 homes in Johnston 50131, it is worth more than 93% of them ($778,960 against a typical $401,595), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($235 against a typical $209), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,314 ft² against a typical 1,902 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (1.55 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1998 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 98% 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 6829 River Bend Dr, Johnston, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 6829 River Bend Dr, Johnston, IA was $13,010. The county assessed it at $789,700.

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