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$163,398$156 / 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 86How 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 $178,000 on Mar 5, 2025

221 RIVER ST

IOWA CITY, IA 52246
Building report
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,046 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.
1,917 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$163K
$141K low$186K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$178,000 · Mar 5, 2025
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.742%
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.$932,048
HILLS BANK AND TRUST CO · recorded Apr 5, 2011
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.$280,000
HILLS BANK AND TRUST CO
3rd 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.$17,800

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,210 (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.$173,720 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,840
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$156,880
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$168,470
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$173,720

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.14 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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyJOHNSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Lincoln Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.5 mi
H
City High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
Southeast Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.7 mi

District: Iowa City Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52246These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.27%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,104
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,332 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,812
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,418
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.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

221 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Manville Heights
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Manville Heights
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Manville Heights
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Manville Heights
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Manville Heights

What homes are worth in Iowa City 52246

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

This home
$89K$901K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Iowa City 52246.

How it measures up in Iowa City 52246

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Iowa City 52246.

Estimated value$163,398
CheaperTypical $315,886Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $237Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,046 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,295 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size1,917 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 221 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeManville HeightsIowa City 52246Johnson County
Estimated valuepricier than$163,398almost no homes16% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1563% of homes16% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,046 ft²10% of homes33% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,917 ft²3% of homes6% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than198290% of homes40% of homes35% of homes

About 221 River St

How much is 221 River St, Iowa City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 221 River St, Iowa City, IA is $163,398 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $140,924 to $185,872. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 221 River St, Iowa City, IA last sell?

221 River St, Iowa City, IA last sold on Mar 5, 2025 for $178,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 221 River St, Iowa City, IA?

221 River St, Iowa City, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,046 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 221 River St, Iowa City, IA built?

221 River St, Iowa City, IA was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 221 River St, Iowa City, IA?

221 River St, Iowa City, IA is assigned to Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; City High School (high), rated B+; Southeast Junior High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Iowa City Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 221 River St, Iowa City, IA compare to other homes in Iowa City 52246?

Among the 7,603 homes in Iowa City 52246, it is worth more than 16% of them ($163,398 against a typical $315,886), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($156 against a typical $237), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,046 ft² against a typical 1,295 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (1,917 ft² against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1982 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Johnson County, it is worth more than 10% 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 221 River St, Iowa City, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 221 River St, Iowa City, IA was $3,210. The county assessed it at $173,720.

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