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$117,249$257 / 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 75How 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 $25,000 on May 2, 2025

3159 MISSISSIPPI RIVER RD

MONTROSE, IA 52639
0
Baths
456 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.
2.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$117K
$88K low$147K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$25,000 · May 2, 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.$117,249
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$93,799

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$452 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$36,310 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,310
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$36,310
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$36,310

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.23
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
3
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.169 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyLee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.45
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Central Lee Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 9.1 mi
E
Central Lee Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 9.1 mi
H
Central Lee High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.2 mi

District: Central Lee Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52639These 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.111
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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,897
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.42 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,119
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,191
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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 Mississippi River Rd 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Lee County
  • Among the smallest homes in Lee County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Lee County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Montrose 52639

What homes are worth in Montrose 52639

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

This home
$35K$452K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Montrose 52639.

How it measures up in Montrose 52639

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montrose 52639.

Estimated value$117,249
CheaperTypical $137,465Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$257
CheaperTypical $107Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,320 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size2.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.84 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 3159 Mississippi River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontrose 52639Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$117,24939% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25796% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than456 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than2.45 ac67% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than190017% of homes27% of homes

About 3159 Mississippi River Rd

How much is 3159 Mississippi River Rd, Montrose, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3159 Mississippi River Rd, Montrose, IA is $117,249 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $87,733 to $146,765. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3159 Mississippi River Rd, Montrose, IA last sell?

3159 Mississippi River Rd, Montrose, IA last sold on May 2, 2025 for $25,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3159 Mississippi River Rd, Montrose, IA?

3159 Mississippi River Rd, Montrose, IA has 456 square feet of living space and a 2.45-acre lot.

When was 3159 Mississippi River Rd, Montrose, IA built?

3159 Mississippi River Rd, Montrose, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old.

What schools serve 3159 Mississippi River Rd, Montrose, IA?

3159 Mississippi River Rd, Montrose, IA is assigned to Central Lee Middle School (middle), rated A-; Central Lee Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Central Lee High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Central Lee Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3159 Mississippi River Rd, Montrose, IA compare to other homes in Montrose 52639?

Among the 871 homes in Montrose 52639, it is worth more than 39% of them ($117,249 against a typical $137,465), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($257 against a typical $107), it is bigger than almost none of them (456 ft² against a typical 1,320 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (2.45 ac against a typical 0.84 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1900 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 48% 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 Mississippi River Rd, Montrose, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3159 Mississippi River Rd, Montrose, IA was $452. The county assessed it at $36,310.

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