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$279,900$142 / 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 85How 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 $250,000 on Jun 19, 2023

1903 RIVER ST

BURLINGTON, IA 52601
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,976 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
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

$280K
$237K low$323K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Jun 19, 2023
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.$279,900
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$223,920

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,842 (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.$264,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$248,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$230,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$264,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDES MOINES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
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 · 84 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
James Wilson Grimes SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.7 mi
M
Edward Stone Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Burlington Community High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Burlington Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52601These 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.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.27,467
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.221 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,218
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,904
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

1903 River 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 more than 87% of homes in Burlington 52601
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Burlington 52601
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Burlington 52601

What homes are worth in Burlington 52601

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

This home
$36K$562K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Burlington 52601.

How it measures up in Burlington 52601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 52601.

Estimated value$279,900
CheaperTypical $121,264Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $96Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,976 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,372 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 1903 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurlington 52601Des Moines County
Estimated valuepricier than$279,90087% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14273% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than1,976 ft²83% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac44% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than195254% of homes47% of homes

About 1903 River St

How much is 1903 River St, Burlington, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1903 River St, Burlington, IA is $279,900 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $237,237 to $322,563. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1903 River St, Burlington, IA last sell?

1903 River St, Burlington, IA last sold on Jun 19, 2023 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1903 River St, Burlington, IA?

1903 River St, Burlington, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,976 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 1903 River St, Burlington, IA built?

1903 River St, Burlington, IA was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1903 River St, Burlington, IA?

1903 River St, Burlington, IA is assigned to James Wilson Grimes School (elementary), rated F; Edward Stone Middle School (middle), rated D; Burlington Community High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Burlington Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1903 River St, Burlington, IA compare to other homes in Burlington 52601?

Among the 12,003 homes in Burlington 52601, it is worth more than 87% of them ($279,900 against a typical $121,264), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($142 against a typical $96), it is bigger than 83% of them (1,976 ft² against a typical 1,372 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1952 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Des Moines County, it is worth more than 83% 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 1903 River St, Burlington, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1903 River St, Burlington, IA was $3,842. The county assessed it at $264,800.

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