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$122,550$164 / 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 74How 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

8538 ROUTE 52 S

DUBUQUE, IA 52003
2
Beds
1
Baths
748 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
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.

Valuation

$123K
$91K low$155K 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.$122,550
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$98,040

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$922 (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.$93,542 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$642
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$92,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$88,778
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$93,542

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyDubuque
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Porch · 52 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Table Mound Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.0 mi
H
Dubuque Senior High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.0 mi
M
Eleanor Roosevelt Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.8 mi

District: Dubuque Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52003These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.95%
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.7.9%
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.14,316
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.254 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,174
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,029
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

8538 Route 52 S 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Dubuque 52003
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Dubuque 52003
  • Among the smallest homes in Dubuque 52003
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Dubuque County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Dubuque 52003

What homes are worth in Dubuque 52003

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

This home
$140K$935K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Dubuque 52003.

How it measures up in Dubuque 52003

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dubuque 52003.

Estimated value$122,550
CheaperTypical $323,219Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$164
CheaperTypical $200Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area748 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,611 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 8538 Route 52 S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDubuque 52003Dubuque County
Estimated valuepricier than$122,550almost no homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16425% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than748 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac51% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than195225% of homes33% of homes

About 8538 Route 52 S

How much is 8538 Route 52 S, Dubuque, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8538 Route 52 S, Dubuque, IA is $122,550 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $90,581 to $154,519. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 8538 Route 52 S, Dubuque, IA?

8538 Route 52 S, Dubuque, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 748 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 8538 Route 52 S, Dubuque, IA built?

8538 Route 52 S, Dubuque, IA was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8538 Route 52 S, Dubuque, IA?

8538 Route 52 S, Dubuque, IA is assigned to Table Mound Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Dubuque Senior High School (high), rated C-; Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Dubuque Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8538 Route 52 S, Dubuque, IA compare to other homes in Dubuque 52003?

Among the 5,157 homes in Dubuque 52003, it is worth more than almost none of them ($122,550 against a typical $323,219), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($164 against a typical $200), it is bigger than almost none of them (748 ft² against a typical 1,611 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1952 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Dubuque County, it is worth more than 4% 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 8538 Route 52 S, Dubuque, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8538 Route 52 S, Dubuque, IA was $922. The county assessed it at $93,542.

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