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$96,564$86 / 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 70How 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
Last sold for $35,000 on Dec 9, 2015

1204 RIDDLE ST

GOWRIE, IA 50543
3
Beds
2 / 3
Baths
1,122 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$97K
$68K low$126K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$35,000 · Dec 9, 2015
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.$6,564
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$5,251
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.105%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$55,000
SECURITY SAVINGS BANK · recorded Dec 9, 2015
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$35,000
SECURITY SAVINGS BANK

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,874 (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.$124,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,650
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$117,250
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$117,830
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$124,900

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.10 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountyWEBSTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
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.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Deck · 222 ft²Patio · 160 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

H
Southeast Valley High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Farnhamville Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 7.2 mi
M
Southeast Valley Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 10.5 mi

District: Southeast Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50543These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
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.1,589
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.20 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,434
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,324
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 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

1204 Riddle St 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 74% of homes in Gowrie 50543
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Webster County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Gowrie 50543
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Gowrie 50543

What homes are worth in Gowrie 50543

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

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$45K$423K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Gowrie 50543.

How it measures up in Gowrie 50543

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gowrie 50543.

Estimated value$96,564
CheaperTypical $137,228Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$86
CheaperTypical $94Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,122 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,524 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 1204 Riddle St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGowrie 50543Webster County
Estimated valuepricier than$96,56426% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8643% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,122 ft²20% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac23% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than195064% of homes50% of homes

About 1204 Riddle St

How much is 1204 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1204 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA is $96,564 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $67,558 to $125,570. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1204 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA last sell?

1204 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA last sold on Dec 9, 2015 for $35,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1204 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA?

1204 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,122 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 1204 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA built?

1204 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1204 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA?

1204 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA is assigned to Southeast Valley High School (high), rated C-; Farnhamville Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Southeast Valley Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Southeast Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1204 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA compare to other homes in Gowrie 50543?

Among the 625 homes in Gowrie 50543, it is worth more than 26% of them ($96,564 against a typical $137,228), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($86 against a typical $94), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,122 ft² against a typical 1,524 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1950 against a typical 1926). Measured against all of Webster County, it is worth more than 31% 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 1204 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1204 Riddle St, Gowrie, IA was $1,874. The county assessed it at $124,900.

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