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$397,853$263 / 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 92How 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 $308,500 on Oct 4, 2017

812 SW 8TH CT

GRIMES, IA 50111
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,514 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2017
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

$398K
$364K low$431K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$308,500 · Oct 4, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,826 (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.$425,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$132,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$293,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$379,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$425,800

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.30
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
53
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.7 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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 · 288 ft²Patio · 90 ft²Porch · 78 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
Dallas Center-Grimes Oak View SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Dallas Center-Grimes High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Dallas Center Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 8.2 mi

District: Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50111These 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.91
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 100.10

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.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,937
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.653 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,352
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,908
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.60%

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How this home compares

812 Sw 8th Ct 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 78% of homes in Polk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Polk County
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Grimes 50111

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

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$134K$866K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Grimes 50111.

How it measures up in Grimes 50111

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grimes 50111.

Estimated value$397,853
CheaperTypical $361,219Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$263
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,514 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,610 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built2017
OlderTypical 2008Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 812 Sw 8th Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrimes 50111Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$397,85362% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26373% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,514 ft²39% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac62% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than201780% of homes92% of homes

About 812 Sw 8th Ct

How much is 812 Sw 8th Ct, Grimes, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 812 Sw 8th Ct, Grimes, IA is $397,853 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $364,236 to $431,470. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 812 Sw 8th Ct, Grimes, IA last sell?

812 Sw 8th Ct, Grimes, IA last sold on Oct 4, 2017 for $308,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 812 Sw 8th Ct, Grimes, IA?

812 Sw 8th Ct, Grimes, IA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,514 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 812 Sw 8th Ct, Grimes, IA built?

812 Sw 8th Ct, Grimes, IA was built in 2017, making it 9 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 812 Sw 8th Ct, Grimes, IA?

812 Sw 8th Ct, Grimes, IA is assigned to Dallas Center-Grimes Oak View School (middle), rated B+; Dallas Center-Grimes High School (high), rated B+; Dallas Center Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 812 Sw 8th Ct, Grimes, IA compare to other homes in Grimes 50111?

Among the 5,897 homes in Grimes 50111, it is worth more than 62% of them ($397,853 against a typical $361,219), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($263 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,514 ft² against a typical 1,610 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (2017 against a typical 2008). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 78% 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 812 Sw 8th Ct, Grimes, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 812 Sw 8th Ct, Grimes, IA was $6,826. The county assessed it at $425,800.

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