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$166,263$89 / 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 76How 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

979 650TH ST

WASHTA, IA 51061
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,864 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.
36.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1895
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$166K
$127K low$206K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,132 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$197,130 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$71,020
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$126,110
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$197,130
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$197,130

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.21 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyCHEROKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.36.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
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.Metal
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 · 200 ft²

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

E
River Valley Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.9 mi
M
River Valley Junior- Senior High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 8.3 mi

District: River Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51061These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.371
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,364
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,612
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 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

979 650th St 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 68% of homes in Washta 51061
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Washta 51061
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Cherokee County

What homes are worth in Washta 51061

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

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$29K$338K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Washta 51061.

How it measures up in Washta 51061

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washta 51061.

Estimated value$166,263
CheaperTypical $130,571Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$89
CheaperTypical $101Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,394 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size36.18 ac
SmallerTypical 1.17 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1895
OlderTypical 1921Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 979 650th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWashta 51061Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$166,26368% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8941% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,864 ft²81% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than36.18 ac84% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than189519% of homes12% of homes

About 979 650th St

How much is 979 650th St, Washta, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 979 650th St, Washta, IA is $166,263 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $126,930 to $205,596. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 979 650th St, Washta, IA last sell?

979 650th St, Washta, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 979 650th St, Washta, IA?

979 650th St, Washta, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,864 square feet of living space and a 36.18-acre lot.

When was 979 650th St, Washta, IA built?

979 650th St, Washta, IA was built in 1895, making it 131 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 979 650th St, Washta, IA?

979 650th St, Washta, IA is assigned to River Valley Elementary School (elementary); River Valley Junior- Senior High School (middle), rated D. All sit in River Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 979 650th St, Washta, IA compare to other homes in Washta 51061?

Among the 243 homes in Washta 51061, it is worth more than 68% of them ($166,263 against a typical $130,571), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($89 against a typical $101), it is bigger than 81% of them (1,864 ft² against a typical 1,394 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (36.18 ac against a typical 1.17 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1895 against a typical 1921). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 56% 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 979 650th St, Washta, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 979 650th St, Washta, IA was $2,132. The county assessed it at $197,130.

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