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$136,936$150 / 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 80How 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 $20,000 on Apr 8, 2020

89 RAILROAD AVE

DOW CITY, IA 51528
2
Beds
1
Baths
915 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.
2.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$137K
$110K low$164K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$20,000 · Apr 8, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,010 (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.$185,560 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$161,660
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$72,020
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$185,560

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.53
98
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.136 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.Single Family Residence
CountyCrawford
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.28
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.Block (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.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 96 ft²Porch · 20 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.

E
Denison Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 7.5 mi
H
Denison High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.9 mi
M
Denison Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.2 mi

District: Denison Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51528These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
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.9.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.831
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,553
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,595
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

89 Railroad 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Dow City 51528
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Crawford County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Crawford County

What homes are worth in Dow City 51528

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

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$40K$376K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Dow City 51528.

How it measures up in Dow City 51528

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dow City 51528.

Estimated value$136,936
CheaperTypical $116,590Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $78Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area915 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size2.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 89 Railroad Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDow City 51528Crawford County
Estimated valuepricier than$136,93658% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15080% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than915 ft²10% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.28 ac61% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than192048% of homes41% of homes

About 89 Railroad Ave

How much is 89 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 89 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA is $136,936 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $109,637 to $164,235. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 89 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA last sell?

89 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA last sold on Apr 8, 2020 for $20,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 89 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA?

89 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 915 square feet of living space and a 2.28-acre lot.

When was 89 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA built?

89 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 89 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA?

89 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA is assigned to Denison Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Denison High School (high), rated C+; Denison Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Denison Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 89 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA compare to other homes in Dow City 51528?

Among the 514 homes in Dow City 51528, it is worth more than 58% of them ($136,936 against a typical $116,590), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($150 against a typical $78), it is bigger than 10% of them (915 ft² against a typical 1,392 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (2.28 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1920 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Crawford County, it is worth more than 46% 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 89 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 89 Railroad Ave, Dow City, IA was $1,010. The county assessed it at $185,560.

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