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$83,741$66 / 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 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $70,000 on Mar 26, 2024

921 S CENTRAL AVE

BURLINGTON, IA 52601
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,275 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1888
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$84K
$64K low$103K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$70,000 · Mar 26, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$902 (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.$64,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$58,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$64,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$64,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDES MOINES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Stone (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
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 · 120 ft²Patio · 120 ft²Porch · 234 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
James Wilson Grimes SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.2 mi
M
Edward Stone Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Burlington Community High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Burlington Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52601These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.27,467
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.221 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,218
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,904
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

921 S Central 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 less than 80% of homes in Des Moines County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Des Moines County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Des Moines County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Des Moines County

What homes are worth in Burlington 52601

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

This home
$37K$541K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Burlington 52601.

How it measures up in Burlington 52601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 52601.

Estimated value$83,741
CheaperTypical $127,892Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$66
CheaperTypical $101Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,275 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,370 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1888
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 921 S Central Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurlington 52601Des Moines County
Estimated valuepricier than$83,74125% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6625% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than1,275 ft²43% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac32% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than188812% of homes10% of homes

About 921 S Central Ave

How much is 921 S Central Ave, Burlington, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 921 S Central Ave, Burlington, IA is $83,741 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $64,418 to $103,064. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 921 S Central Ave, Burlington, IA last sell?

921 S Central Ave, Burlington, IA last sold on Mar 26, 2024 for $70,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 921 S Central Ave, Burlington, IA?

921 S Central Ave, Burlington, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,275 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 921 S Central Ave, Burlington, IA built?

921 S Central Ave, Burlington, IA was built in 1888, making it 138 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 921 S Central Ave, Burlington, IA?

921 S Central Ave, Burlington, IA is assigned to James Wilson Grimes School (elementary), rated F; Edward Stone Middle School (middle), rated F; Burlington Community High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Burlington Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 921 S Central Ave, Burlington, IA compare to other homes in Burlington 52601?

Among the 12,029 homes in Burlington 52601, it is worth more than 25% of them ($83,741 against a typical $127,892), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($66 against a typical $101), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,275 ft² against a typical 1,370 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1888 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Des Moines County, it is worth more than 20% 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 921 S Central Ave, Burlington, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 921 S Central Ave, Burlington, IA was $902. The county assessed it at $64,800.

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