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$454,240$281 / 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 93How 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 $449,000 on Mar 11, 2026

709 RIDGE RD N

COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51503
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,616 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.
0.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
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.

Valuation

$454K
$421K low$487K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$449,000 · Mar 11, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,938 (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.$331,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$54,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$276,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$331,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$331,200

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
49
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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
CountyPottawattamie
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.53
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 216 ft²Patio · 824 ft²Porch · 290 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Kirn Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
E
College View Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.1 mi
H
Abraham Lincoln High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Council Bluffs Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51503These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
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.37,948
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.312 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,662
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,816
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

709 Ridge Rd N 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 88% of homes in Pottawattamie County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Pottawattamie County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Pottawattamie County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Pottawattamie County

What homes are worth in Council Bluffs 51503

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

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$101K$820K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Council Bluffs 51503.

How it measures up in Council Bluffs 51503

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Council Bluffs 51503.

Estimated value$454,240
CheaperTypical $305,904Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$281
CheaperTypical $247Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,616 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,225 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 709 Ridge Rd N ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCouncil Bluffs 51503Pottawattamie County
Estimated valuepricier than$454,24081% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28167% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,616 ft²80% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac71% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than196145% of homes53% of homes

About 709 Ridge Rd N

How much is 709 Ridge Rd N, Council Bluffs, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 709 Ridge Rd N, Council Bluffs, IA is $454,240 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $421,222 to $487,258. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 709 Ridge Rd N, Council Bluffs, IA last sell?

709 Ridge Rd N, Council Bluffs, IA last sold on Mar 11, 2026 for $449,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 709 Ridge Rd N, Council Bluffs, IA?

709 Ridge Rd N, Council Bluffs, IA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,616 square feet of living space and a 0.53-acre lot.

When was 709 Ridge Rd N, Council Bluffs, IA built?

709 Ridge Rd N, Council Bluffs, IA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 709 Ridge Rd N, Council Bluffs, IA?

709 Ridge Rd N, Council Bluffs, IA is assigned to Kirn Middle School (middle), rated B-; College View Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Abraham Lincoln High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Council Bluffs Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 709 Ridge Rd N, Council Bluffs, IA compare to other homes in Council Bluffs 51503?

Among the 13,763 homes in Council Bluffs 51503, it is worth more than 81% of them ($454,240 against a typical $305,904), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($281 against a typical $247), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,616 ft² against a typical 1,225 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.53 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1961 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Pottawattamie County, it is worth more than 88% 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 709 Ridge Rd N, Council Bluffs, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 709 Ridge Rd N, Council Bluffs, IA was $3,938. The county assessed it at $331,200.

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