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$245,175
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 80How 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

CENTRAL CITY, IA 52214
0
Baths
40 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$245K
$197K low$293K 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.$245,175
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$196,140

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,484 (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.$112,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$99,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$85,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$112,500

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyLinn
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.40.00
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
Central City Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.7 mi
M
Central City Middle School/High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Central City Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52214These 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.145
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.91%
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.6.5%
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.2,881
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.30 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,897
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,119
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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.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

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.

  • Among the largest lots in Linn County

What homes are worth in Central City 52214

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

This home
$66K$727K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Central City 52214.

How it measures up in Central City 52214

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Central City 52214.

Estimated value$245,175
CheaperTypical $240,182Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size40 ac
SmallerTypical 1.28 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

How ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral City 52214Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$245,17551% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than40 ac98% of homesalmost all homes

About

How much is , Central City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for , Central City, IA is $245,175 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $197,117 to $293,233. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

What schools serve , Central City, IA?

, Central City, IA is assigned to Central City Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Central City Middle School/High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Central City Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does , Central City, IA compare to other homes in Central City 52214?

Among the 1,604 homes in Central City 52214, it is worth more than 51% of them ($245,175 against a typical $240,182) and its lot is bigger than 98% of them (40 ac against a typical 1.28 ac). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than 54% 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 , Central City, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for , Central City, IA was $1,484. The county assessed it at $112,500.

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