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$93,067$70 / 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 72How 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

HIGHWAY 56

ELKADER, IA 52043
3
Beds
4 / 2
Baths
1,336 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.
1919
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

$93K
$67K low$119K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,346 (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.$243,528 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$43,619
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$199,909
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$243,528

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.30
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyClayton
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 195 ft²Patio · 494 ft²

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

E
Central Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.7 mi
M
Central Middle School/High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Central Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52043These 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.107
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 100.19

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.89%
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.18%
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.2,087
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,944
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,132
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.61%

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How this home compares

Highway 56 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 less than 89% of homes in Elkader 52043
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Elkader 52043
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Elkader 52043
  • Older than 65% of homes in Clayton County

What homes are worth in Elkader 52043

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

This home
$51K$643K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Elkader 52043.

How it measures up in Elkader 52043

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elkader 52043.

Estimated value$93,067
CheaperTypical $187,228Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$70
CheaperTypical $130Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,336 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1919
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How Highway 56 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkader 52043Clayton County
Estimated valuepricier than$93,06711% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7014% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,336 ft²34% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than191937% of homes35% of homes

About Highway 56

How much is Highway 56, Elkader, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Highway 56, Elkader, IA is $93,067 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $67,276 to $118,858. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Highway 56, Elkader, IA last sell?

Highway 56, Elkader, IA last sold on Oct 28, 2020, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Highway 56, Elkader, IA?

Highway 56, Elkader, IA has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 1,336 square feet of living space.

When was Highway 56, Elkader, IA built?

Highway 56, Elkader, IA was built in 1919, making it 107 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve Highway 56, Elkader, IA?

Highway 56, Elkader, IA is assigned to Central Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Central Middle School/High School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Central Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Highway 56, Elkader, IA compare to other homes in Elkader 52043?

Among the 1,054 homes in Elkader 52043, it is worth more than 11% of them ($93,067 against a typical $187,228), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($70 against a typical $130), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,336 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²) and it is newer than 37% of them (1919 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Clayton County, it is worth more than 13% 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 Highway 56, Elkader, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for Highway 56, Elkader, IA was $4,346. The county assessed it at $243,528.

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