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$537,949$226 / 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 87How 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
Last sold for $396,500 on Dec 14, 2006

9440 SE VANDALIA DR

RUNNELLS, IA 50237
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,378 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.
40.07 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$538K
$470K low$606K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$396,500 · Dec 14, 2006
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.$537,949
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$430,359

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,588 (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.$323,390 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,490
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$289,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$288,230
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$323,390

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.47
66
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
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.
55
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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.33 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.0.2 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
CountyPolk
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1950
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.40.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Brick (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Shed · 768 ft²Porch · 168 ft²

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

E
Runnells ElementaryA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.1 mi
M
Southeast Polk Junior HighC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 5.7 mi
H
Southeast Polk High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi

District: Southeast Polk Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50237These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.96%
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.4.4%
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.4,926
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.78 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,034
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,188
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

9440 Se Vandalia Dr 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 91% of homes in Polk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Polk County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Polk County
  • Among the largest lots in Polk County
  • Among the oldest homes in Runnells 50237

What homes are worth in Runnells 50237

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

This home
$141K$898K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Runnells 50237.

How it measures up in Runnells 50237

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Runnells 50237.

Estimated value$537,949
CheaperTypical $436,044Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$226
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area2,378 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,651 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size40.07 ac
SmallerTypical 2.09 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 9440 Se Vandalia Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRunnells 50237Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$537,94973% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22635% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than2,378 ft²88% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than40.07 ac98% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than1860almost no homesalmost no homes

About 9440 Se Vandalia Dr

How much is 9440 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9440 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA is $537,949 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $469,609 to $606,289. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9440 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA last sell?

9440 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA last sold on Dec 14, 2006 for $396,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9440 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA?

9440 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,378 square feet of living space and a 40.07-acre lot.

When was 9440 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA built?

9440 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 9440 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA?

9440 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA is assigned to Runnells Elementary (elementary), rated A; Southeast Polk Junior High (middle), rated C+; Southeast Polk High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Southeast Polk Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9440 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA compare to other homes in Runnells 50237?

Among the 1,246 homes in Runnells 50237, it is worth more than 73% of them ($537,949 against a typical $436,044), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($226 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,378 ft² against a typical 1,651 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (40.07 ac against a typical 2.09 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1860 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 91% 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 9440 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 9440 Se Vandalia Dr, Runnells, IA was $4,588. The county assessed it at $323,390.

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