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$280,336$82 / 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 94How 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 $71,500 on May 11, 2006

7951 SE VANDALIA DR

RUNNELLS, IA 50237
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,432 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.
1.93 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$280K
$262K low$298K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$71,500 · May 11, 2006
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.114%
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.$320,800
LOANDEPOT.COM LLC · recorded Nov 18, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,676 (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.$506,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$94,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$411,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$457,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$506,000

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
CountyPOLK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2019
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.93
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 914 ft²Porch · 112 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.

H
Southeast Polk High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi
M
Southeast Polk Junior HighC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.3 mi
E
Runnells ElementaryA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.7 mi

District: Southeast Polk Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50237These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
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.4,926
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.78 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,034
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,188
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%

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

7951 Se Vandalia 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 less than 82% of homes in Runnells 50237
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Runnells 50237
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Runnells 50237
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Polk County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Runnells 50237

What homes are worth in Runnells 50237

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

This home
$149K$903K

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Runnells 50237.

How it measures up in Runnells 50237

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Runnells 50237.

Estimated value$280,336
CheaperTypical $437,143Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$82
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area3,432 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,643 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size1.93 ac
SmallerTypical 2.12 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 7951 Se Vandalia Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRunnells 50237Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,33618% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$82almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than3,432 ft²98% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.93 ac47% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than196422% of homes38% of homes

About 7951 Se Vandalia Dr

How much is 7951 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7951 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA is $280,336 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $262,470 to $298,202. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7951 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA last sell?

7951 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA last sold on May 11, 2006 for $71,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7951 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA?

7951 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,432 square feet of living space and a 1.93-acre lot.

When was 7951 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA built?

7951 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 7951 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA?

7951 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA is assigned to Southeast Polk High School (high), rated C-; Southeast Polk Junior High (middle), rated C+; Runnells Elementary (elementary), rated A. All sit in Southeast Polk Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7951 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA compare to other homes in Runnells 50237?

Among the 1,245 homes in Runnells 50237, it is worth more than 18% of them ($280,336 against a typical $437,143), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($82 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,432 ft² against a typical 1,643 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (1.93 ac against a typical 2.12 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1964 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 50% 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 7951 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 7951 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA was $6,676. The county assessed it at $506,000.

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