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$164,394$106 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $144,000 on Nov 15, 2021

801 FOREST AVE

FORT DODGE, IA 50501
3
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,552 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.
3,659 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$164K
$145K low$184K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$144,000 · Nov 15, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,126 (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.$139,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,780
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$129,120
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$122,340
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$139,900

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWEBSTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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.Patio · 266 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Duncombe Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Fort Dodge High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Fort Dodge Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Fort Dodge Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50501These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,309
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.186 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,317
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,236
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.61%

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How this home compares

801 Forest 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 more than 65% of homes in Fort Dodge 50501
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Fort Dodge 50501
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Webster County
  • Older than 66% of homes in Fort Dodge 50501

What homes are worth in Fort Dodge 50501

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

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$29K$444K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Fort Dodge 50501.

How it measures up in Fort Dodge 50501

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fort Dodge 50501.

Estimated value$164,394
CheaperTypical $120,677Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$106
CheaperTypical $102Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,552 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,245 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size3,659 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 801 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFort Dodge 50501Webster County
Estimated valuepricier than$164,39465% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10652% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,552 ft²71% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,659 ft²7% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than192534% of homes37% of homes

About 801 Forest Ave

How much is 801 Forest Ave, Fort Dodge, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 801 Forest Ave, Fort Dodge, IA is $164,394 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $145,020 to $183,768. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 801 Forest Ave, Fort Dodge, IA last sell?

801 Forest Ave, Fort Dodge, IA last sold on Nov 15, 2021 for $144,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 801 Forest Ave, Fort Dodge, IA?

801 Forest Ave, Fort Dodge, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,552 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 801 Forest Ave, Fort Dodge, IA built?

801 Forest Ave, Fort Dodge, IA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 801 Forest Ave, Fort Dodge, IA?

801 Forest Ave, Fort Dodge, IA is assigned to Duncombe Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Fort Dodge High School (high), rated D+; Fort Dodge Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Fort Dodge Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 801 Forest Ave, Fort Dodge, IA compare to other homes in Fort Dodge 50501?

Among the 11,399 homes in Fort Dodge 50501, it is worth more than 65% of them ($164,394 against a typical $120,677), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($106 against a typical $102), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,552 ft² against a typical 1,245 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (3,659 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1925 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Webster County, it is worth more than 64% 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 801 Forest Ave, Fort Dodge, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 801 Forest Ave, Fort Dodge, IA was $2,126. The county assessed it at $139,900.

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