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$297,306$215 / 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 75How 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

8151 BIRCH AVE

RICEVILLE, IA 50466
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,380 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.
39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$297K
$223K low$372K high
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.$51,306
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$41,045
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.77%
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.$200,000
FAMILY COMMUNITY CU · recorded Mar 13, 2025
2nd 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.$46,000
FIRST SECURITY BANK & TRUST CO

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,762 (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.$172,680 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,580
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$107,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$144,390
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$172,680

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.135 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyHoward
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.39.00
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

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.

M
Riceville High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 3.3 mi
E
Riceville Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.3 mi

District: Riceville Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50466These 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.148
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
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.90%
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.11%
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.1,804
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,646
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,999
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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%

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

8151 Birch 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 81% of homes in Riceville 50466
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Riceville 50466
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Howard County

What homes are worth in Riceville 50466

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

This home
$49K$496K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Riceville 50466.

How it measures up in Riceville 50466

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Riceville 50466.

Estimated value$297,306
CheaperTypical $178,739Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$215
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,380 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,510 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size39 ac
SmallerTypical 1.04 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 8151 Birch Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiceville 50466Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$297,30681% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21589% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,380 ft²37% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than39 ac92% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than196659% of homes63% of homes

About 8151 Birch Ave

How much is 8151 Birch Ave, Riceville, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8151 Birch Ave, Riceville, IA is $297,306 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $222,898 to $371,714. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 8151 Birch Ave, Riceville, IA?

8151 Birch Ave, Riceville, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,380 square feet of living space and a 39.00-acre lot.

When was 8151 Birch Ave, Riceville, IA built?

8151 Birch Ave, Riceville, IA was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8151 Birch Ave, Riceville, IA?

8151 Birch Ave, Riceville, IA is assigned to Riceville High School (middle), rated B-; Riceville Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Riceville Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8151 Birch Ave, Riceville, IA compare to other homes in Riceville 50466?

Among the 798 homes in Riceville 50466, it is worth more than 81% of them ($297,306 against a typical $178,739), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($215 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,380 ft² against a typical 1,510 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (39 ac against a typical 1.04 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1966 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 81% 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 8151 Birch Ave, Riceville, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8151 Birch Ave, Riceville, IA was $1,762. The county assessed it at $172,680.

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