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$201,537$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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $174,000 on Jun 30, 2021

889 COTTAGE PL

DUBUQUE, IA 52001
2
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
936 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$202K
$177K low$226K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$174,000 · Jun 30, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,304 (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.$186,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$163,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$170,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$186,200

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.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyDubuque
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Patio · 160 ft²Porch · 48 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Dubuque Senior High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Irving Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
M
George Washington Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Dubuque Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52001These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.44,199
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,457 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,385
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,043
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

889 Cottage Pl 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 less than 73% of homes in Dubuque County
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Dubuque 52001
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Dubuque County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Dubuque County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Dubuque County

What homes are worth in Dubuque 52001

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

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$95K$571K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Dubuque 52001.

How it measures up in Dubuque 52001

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dubuque 52001.

Estimated value$201,537
CheaperTypical $204,312Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$215
CheaperTypical $162Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area936 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 889 Cottage Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDubuque 52001Dubuque County
Estimated valuepricier than$201,53748% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21582% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than936 ft²10% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac30% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than195557% of homes35% of homes

About 889 Cottage Pl

How much is 889 Cottage Pl, Dubuque, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 889 Cottage Pl, Dubuque, IA is $201,537 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $177,124 to $225,950. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 889 Cottage Pl, Dubuque, IA last sell?

889 Cottage Pl, Dubuque, IA last sold on Jun 30, 2021 for $174,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 889 Cottage Pl, Dubuque, IA?

889 Cottage Pl, Dubuque, IA has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 936 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 889 Cottage Pl, Dubuque, IA built?

889 Cottage Pl, Dubuque, IA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 889 Cottage Pl, Dubuque, IA?

889 Cottage Pl, Dubuque, IA is assigned to Dubuque Senior High School (high), rated C-; Irving Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; George Washington Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Dubuque Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 889 Cottage Pl, Dubuque, IA compare to other homes in Dubuque 52001?

Among the 14,246 homes in Dubuque 52001, it is worth more than 48% of them ($201,537 against a typical $204,312), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($215 against a typical $162), it is bigger than 10% of them (936 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1955 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Dubuque County, it is worth more than 27% 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 889 Cottage Pl, Dubuque, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 889 Cottage Pl, Dubuque, IA was $2,304. The county assessed it at $186,200.

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