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$339,414$354 / 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 83How 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

INDEPENDENCE, IA 50644
0
Baths
960 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.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$339K
$281K low$398K 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.$339,414
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$271,531

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.38
31
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
59
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.5 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.Single Family Residence
CountyBuchanan
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes

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

M
Independence Junior Senior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.9 mi
E
East Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.0 mi

District: Independence Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50644These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.93%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,834
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.67 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,940
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,980
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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%

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.No

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.

  • Worth more than 81% of homes in Buchanan County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Independence 50644
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Buchanan County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Buchanan County

What homes are worth in Independence 50644

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

This home
$65K$657K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Independence 50644.

How it measures up in Independence 50644

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Independence 50644.

Estimated value$339,414
CheaperTypical $217,608Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$354
CheaperTypical $159Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,425 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 50644Buchanan County
Estimated valuepricier than$339,41478% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35498% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²14% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than200687% of homes89% of homes

About

How much is , Independence, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for , Independence, IA is $339,414 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $280,917 to $397,911. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did , Independence, IA last sell?

, Independence, IA last sold on Apr 12, 2016, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was , Independence, IA built?

, Independence, IA was built in 2006, making it 20 years old.

What schools serve , Independence, IA?

, Independence, IA is assigned to Independence Junior Senior High School (middle), rated C; East Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Independence Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does , Independence, IA compare to other homes in Independence 50644?

Among the 3,658 homes in Independence 50644, it is worth more than 78% of them ($339,414 against a typical $217,608), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($354 against a typical $159), it is bigger than 14% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,425 ft²) and it is newer than 87% of them (2006 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Buchanan County, it is worth more than 81% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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