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$266,033$129 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $145,000 on May 12, 2008

814 MELVILLE AVE

WEST BURLINGTON, IA 52655
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,058 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$266K
$238K low$295K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$145,000 · May 12, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,062 (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.$314,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$287,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$314,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$314,300

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.30%
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
CountyDES MOINES
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)
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 With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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 · 192 ft²Patio · 192 ft²Porch · 32 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
West Burlington Arnold Jr./Sr. High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.1 mi
E
West Burlington Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi

District: West Burlington Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52655These 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.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.4,337
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.177 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,983
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,178
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

814 Melville 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 80% of homes in Des Moines County
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in West Burlington 52655
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Des Moines County

What homes are worth in West Burlington 52655

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

This home
$64K$569K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in West Burlington 52655.

How it measures up in West Burlington 52655

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Burlington 52655.

Estimated value$266,033
CheaperTypical $178,116Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$129
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area2,058 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,310 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 814 Melville Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Burlington 52655Des Moines County
Estimated valuepricier than$266,03375% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12945% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than2,058 ft²87% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac50% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than199578% of homes81% of homes

About 814 Melville Ave

How much is 814 Melville Ave, West Burlington, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 814 Melville Ave, West Burlington, IA is $266,033 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $237,519 to $294,547. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 814 Melville Ave, West Burlington, IA last sell?

814 Melville Ave, West Burlington, IA last sold on May 12, 2008 for $145,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 814 Melville Ave, West Burlington, IA?

814 Melville Ave, West Burlington, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,058 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 814 Melville Ave, West Burlington, IA built?

814 Melville Ave, West Burlington, IA was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 814 Melville Ave, West Burlington, IA?

814 Melville Ave, West Burlington, IA is assigned to West Burlington Arnold Jr./Sr. High School (middle), rated B-; West Burlington Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in West Burlington Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 814 Melville Ave, West Burlington, IA compare to other homes in West Burlington 52655?

Among the 1,532 homes in West Burlington 52655, it is worth more than 75% of them ($266,033 against a typical $178,116), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($129 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,058 ft² against a typical 1,310 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1995 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Des Moines County, it is worth more than 80% 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 814 Melville Ave, West Burlington, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 814 Melville Ave, West Burlington, IA was $4,062. The county assessed it at $314,300.

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