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$355,842$129 / 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 93How 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 $186,000 on Aug 5, 2005

9720 FOREST AVE

CLIVE, IA 50325
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,756 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.
0.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$356K
$329K low$382K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$186,000 · Aug 5, 2005
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.$355,842
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$284,674

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,558 (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.$496,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$77,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$418,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$420,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$496,600

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.Conventional
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.1991
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.43
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.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 564 ft²Patio · 640 ft²Porch · 128 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Indian Hills Junior HighA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Valley High SchoolB
High · Grades 10–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Clive Learning AcademyA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.8 mi

District: West Des Moines Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50325These 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.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.6%
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.21,550
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,831 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$133,403
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,763
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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

9720 Forest 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 more than 69% of homes in Polk County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Clive 50325
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Polk County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Clive 50325

What homes are worth in Clive 50325

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

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$102K$977K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Clive 50325.

How it measures up in Clive 50325

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Clive 50325.

Estimated value$355,842
CheaperTypical $415,827Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$129
CheaperTypical $204Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area2,756 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,034 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.43 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 9720 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClive 50325Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$355,84232% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1294% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than2,756 ft²81% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.43 ac83% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than198628% of homes55% of homes

About 9720 Forest Ave

How much is 9720 Forest Ave, Clive, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9720 Forest Ave, Clive, IA is $355,842 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $329,347 to $382,337. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9720 Forest Ave, Clive, IA last sell?

9720 Forest Ave, Clive, IA last sold on Aug 5, 2005 for $186,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9720 Forest Ave, Clive, IA?

9720 Forest Ave, Clive, IA has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,756 square feet of living space and a 0.43-acre lot.

When was 9720 Forest Ave, Clive, IA built?

9720 Forest Ave, Clive, IA was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 9720 Forest Ave, Clive, IA?

9720 Forest Ave, Clive, IA is assigned to Indian Hills Junior High (middle), rated A-; Valley High School (high), rated B; Clive Learning Academy (elementary), rated A-. All sit in West Des Moines Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9720 Forest Ave, Clive, IA compare to other homes in Clive 50325?

Among the 6,763 homes in Clive 50325, it is worth more than 32% of them ($355,842 against a typical $415,827), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($129 against a typical $204), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,756 ft² against a typical 2,034 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (0.43 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1986 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 69% 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 9720 Forest Ave, Clive, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9720 Forest Ave, Clive, IA was $6,558. The county assessed it at $496,600.

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