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$192,323$190 / 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 88How 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 $176,000 on Jun 18, 2025

720 CATARACT AVE

WATERLOO, IA 50702
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,012 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$192K
$170K low$215K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$176,000 · Jun 18, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,778 (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.$185,080 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,380
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$160,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$172,920
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$185,080

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.minimal

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
CountyBLACK HAWK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Patio · 273 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.

H
Waterloo West High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Hoover Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Lou Henry Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi

District: Waterloo Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50702These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,569
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,006 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,539
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,786
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.61%

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How this home compares

720 Cataract Ave 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 88% of homes in Park Haven
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Waterloo 50702
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Black Hawk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Waterloo 50702
  • Older than 76% of homes in Park Haven

What homes are worth in Waterloo 50702

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

This home
$60K$317K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Waterloo 50702.

How it measures up in Waterloo 50702

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterloo 50702.

Estimated value$192,323
CheaperTypical $154,763Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,012 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,058 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 720 Cataract Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePark HavenWaterloo 50702Black Hawk County
Estimated valuepricier than$192,32312% of homes72% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19053% of homes77% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,012 ft²34% of homes44% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac48% of homes72% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than195924% of homes60% of homes49% of homes

About 720 Cataract Ave

How much is 720 Cataract Ave, Waterloo, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 720 Cataract Ave, Waterloo, IA is $192,323 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $170,063 to $214,583. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 720 Cataract Ave, Waterloo, IA last sell?

720 Cataract Ave, Waterloo, IA last sold on Jun 18, 2025 for $176,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 720 Cataract Ave, Waterloo, IA?

720 Cataract Ave, Waterloo, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,012 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 720 Cataract Ave, Waterloo, IA built?

720 Cataract Ave, Waterloo, IA was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 720 Cataract Ave, Waterloo, IA?

720 Cataract Ave, Waterloo, IA is assigned to Waterloo West High School (high), rated D; Hoover Middle School (middle), rated B-; Lou Henry Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Waterloo Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 720 Cataract Ave, Waterloo, IA compare to other homes in Waterloo 50702?

Among the 8,601 homes in Waterloo 50702, it is worth more than 72% of them ($192,323 against a typical $154,763), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($190 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,012 ft² against a typical 1,058 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1959 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Black Hawk County, it is worth more than 49% 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 720 Cataract Ave, Waterloo, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 720 Cataract Ave, Waterloo, IA was $3,778. The county assessed it at $185,080.

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