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$374,194$230 / 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 82How 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

981 VIRGINIA AVE

BENNETT, IA 52721
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,624 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.
39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$374K
$305K low$443K high
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.$374,194
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$299,355

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,416 (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.$434,170 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$87,030
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$347,140
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$434,170
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$434,170

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%
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.minimal

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
CountyCedar
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.39.00
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.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Geo-Thermal
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.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 304 ft²Patio · 360 ft²Porch · 96 ft²

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

E
North Cedar Lowden Elementary CenterB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.2 mi
M
North Cedar Junior/Senior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 7.8 mi

District: North Cedar Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52721These 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.156
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.95%
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.9.2%
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.590
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,212
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

981 Virginia 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 95% of homes in Bennett 52721
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Bennett 52721
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Bennett 52721
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Bennett 52721

What homes are worth in Bennett 52721

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

This home
$52K$395K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Bennett 52721.

How it measures up in Bennett 52721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bennett 52721.

Estimated value$374,194
CheaperTypical $158,664Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$230
CheaperTypical $98Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,624 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,614 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.81 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1916Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 981 Virginia Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBennett 52721Cedar County
Estimated valuepricier than$374,19495% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23098% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than1,624 ft²52% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than39 ac98% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than200596% of homes86% of homes

About 981 Virginia Ave

How much is 981 Virginia Ave, Bennett, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 981 Virginia Ave, Bennett, IA is $374,194 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $305,207 to $443,181. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 981 Virginia Ave, Bennett, IA?

981 Virginia Ave, Bennett, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,624 square feet of living space and a 39.00-acre lot.

When was 981 Virginia Ave, Bennett, IA built?

981 Virginia Ave, Bennett, IA was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 981 Virginia Ave, Bennett, IA?

981 Virginia Ave, Bennett, IA is assigned to North Cedar Lowden Elementary Center (elementary), rated B; North Cedar Junior/Senior High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in North Cedar Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 981 Virginia Ave, Bennett, IA compare to other homes in Bennett 52721?

Among the 324 homes in Bennett 52721, it is worth more than 95% of them ($374,194 against a typical $158,664), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($230 against a typical $98), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,624 ft² against a typical 1,614 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (39 ac against a typical 0.81 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2005 against a typical 1916). Measured against all of Cedar County, it is worth more than 84% 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 981 Virginia Ave, Bennett, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 981 Virginia Ave, Bennett, IA was $4,416. The county assessed it at $434,170.

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