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$374,679$223 / 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 $535,000 on Oct 6, 2025

3159 ELMWOOD AVE

ROCK VALLEY, IA 51247
2.5
Baths
1,680 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.
2.89 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$375K
$320K low$429K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$535,000 · Oct 6, 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.99%
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.$376,500
UNITED STATES SMALL BUSINESS ADMIN · recorded Oct 27, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,682 (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.$417,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$64,180
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$353,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$355,170
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$417,600

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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountySIOUX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.89
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.Radiant
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, 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 · 479 ft²Porch · 230 ft²

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

E
Rock Valley Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Rock Valley High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Rock Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51247These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,240
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.47 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,197
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,994
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.27 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.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

3159 Elmwood Ave 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 75% of homes in Sioux County
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Sioux County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Rock Valley 51247

What homes are worth in Rock Valley 51247

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

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$98K$630K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Rock Valley 51247.

How it measures up in Rock Valley 51247

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rock Valley 51247.

Estimated value$374,679
CheaperTypical $281,569Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$223
CheaperTypical $191Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size2.89 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 3159 Elmwood Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRock Valley 51247Sioux County
Estimated valuepricier than$374,67970% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22366% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²64% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.89 ac83% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than197653% of homes59% of homes

About 3159 Elmwood Ave

How much is 3159 Elmwood Ave, Rock Valley, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3159 Elmwood Ave, Rock Valley, IA is $374,679 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $320,274 to $429,084. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3159 Elmwood Ave, Rock Valley, IA last sell?

3159 Elmwood Ave, Rock Valley, IA last sold on Oct 6, 2025 for $535,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3159 Elmwood Ave, Rock Valley, IA?

3159 Elmwood Ave, Rock Valley, IA has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 2.89-acre lot.

When was 3159 Elmwood Ave, Rock Valley, IA built?

3159 Elmwood Ave, Rock Valley, IA was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3159 Elmwood Ave, Rock Valley, IA?

3159 Elmwood Ave, Rock Valley, IA is assigned to Rock Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Rock Valley High School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Rock Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3159 Elmwood Ave, Rock Valley, IA compare to other homes in Rock Valley 51247?

Among the 1,825 homes in Rock Valley 51247, it is worth more than 70% of them ($374,679 against a typical $281,569), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($223 against a typical $191), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (2.89 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1976 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Sioux County, it is worth more than 75% 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 3159 Elmwood Ave, Rock Valley, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3159 Elmwood Ave, Rock Valley, IA was $3,682. The county assessed it at $417,600.

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