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$382,883$187 / 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 74How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

BIRCH AVE

RICEVILLE, IA 50466
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
2,046 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.
42 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$383K
$285K low$481K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,430 (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.$223,380 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,270
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$205,110
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$195,760
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$223,380

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.155 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Rustic
CountyHOWARD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.42.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Log
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.None
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, 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.Patio · 348 ft²Porch · 352 ft²

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

M
Riceville High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 3.0 mi
E
Riceville Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.0 mi

District: Riceville Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50466These 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.148
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.10

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,804
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.$62,646
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,999
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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.61%

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How this home compares

Birch 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 94% of homes in Howard County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Howard County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Howard County
  • Among the largest lots in Howard County
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Howard County

What homes are worth in Riceville 50466

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

This home
$45K$525K

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Riceville 50466.

How it measures up in Riceville 50466

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Riceville 50466.

Estimated value$382,883
CheaperTypical $185,962Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$187
CheaperTypical $117Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area2,046 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size42 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How Birch Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiceville 50466Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$382,88391% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18784% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than2,046 ft²81% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than42 ac93% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than199076% of homes81% of homes

About Birch Ave

How much is Birch Ave, Riceville, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Birch Ave, Riceville, IA is $382,883 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $284,975 to $480,791. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Birch Ave, Riceville, IA last sell?

Birch Ave, Riceville, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Birch Ave, Riceville, IA?

Birch Ave, Riceville, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,046 square feet of living space and a 42.00-acre lot.

When was Birch Ave, Riceville, IA built?

Birch Ave, Riceville, IA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve Birch Ave, Riceville, IA?

Birch Ave, Riceville, IA is assigned to Riceville High School (middle), rated B-; Riceville Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Riceville Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Birch Ave, Riceville, IA compare to other homes in Riceville 50466?

Among the 799 homes in Riceville 50466, it is worth more than 91% of them ($382,883 against a typical $185,962), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($187 against a typical $117), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,046 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (42 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1990 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 94% 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 Birch Ave, Riceville, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for Birch Ave, Riceville, IA was $2,430. The county assessed it at $223,380.

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