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$196,435$189 / 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 85How 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 $172,000 on Apr 28, 2023

857 BELLE ST

WATERLOO, IA 50702
3
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,040 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$196K
$168K low$225K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$172,000 · Apr 28, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,274 (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.$171,320 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,950
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$148,370
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$168,910
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$171,320

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.16 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
CountyBLACK HAWK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 252 ft²Patio · 252 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.

H
Waterloo West High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi
E
Orange Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.6 mi
M
Hoover Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi

District: Waterloo Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50702These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.92%
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.14%
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.20,569
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,006 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,539
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,786
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%

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How this home compares

857 Belle St 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 74% of homes in Waterloo 50702
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Waterloo 50702
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Black Hawk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Waterloo 50702
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Waterloo 50702

What homes are worth in Waterloo 50702

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

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$63K$321K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Waterloo 50702.

How it measures up in Waterloo 50702

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterloo 50702.

Estimated value$196,435
CheaperTypical $155,347Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$189
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,056 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 857 Belle St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaterloo 50702Black Hawk County
Estimated valuepricier than$196,43574% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18976% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²48% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac92% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than196874% of homes59% of homes

About 857 Belle St

How much is 857 Belle St, Waterloo, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 857 Belle St, Waterloo, IA is $196,435 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $167,609 to $225,261. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 857 Belle St, Waterloo, IA last sell?

857 Belle St, Waterloo, IA last sold on Apr 28, 2023 for $172,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 857 Belle St, Waterloo, IA?

857 Belle St, Waterloo, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,040 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 857 Belle St, Waterloo, IA built?

857 Belle St, Waterloo, IA was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 857 Belle St, Waterloo, IA?

857 Belle St, Waterloo, IA is assigned to Waterloo West High School (high), rated D; Orange Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Hoover Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Waterloo Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 857 Belle St, Waterloo, IA compare to other homes in Waterloo 50702?

Among the 8,601 homes in Waterloo 50702, it is worth more than 74% of them ($196,435 against a typical $155,347), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($189 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 1,056 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1968 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Black Hawk County, it is worth more than 51% 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 857 Belle St, Waterloo, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 857 Belle St, Waterloo, IA was $3,274. The county assessed it at $171,320.

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