Winnebago County property record for 535 Sunset Dr, Forest City, IA 50436
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1.5 ba · 1,632 sqft · built 1970 |
| Lot Size | 0.424 acres (18,480 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on Record |
| Last Sale | $142,000 (Oct 2011) |
| Tax Bill | $3,444 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Nov 2022 Line of Credit Apr 2020 Mortgage + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 1126251017 |
| Primary APN | 1126251017 |
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| Full Baths | 1.5 Baths |
|---|---|
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,632 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,456 sqft |
| Basement Area | 1,632 sqft |
| Finished Basement | 650 sqft |
| Game Room | Game Room |
| Flooring | Carpet |
| Interior Walls | Plaster |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1970 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1970 |
| Architectural Style | A-Frame |
| Exterior Material | Vinyl |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Foundation Type | Block |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 18,480 sqft (0.424 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 168 ft deep x 110 ft wide |
| Deck Area | 504 sqft |
| Patio Area | 504 sqft |
| Cooling System | HVAC |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
| Heating Fuel | Gas |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Street Address | 535 SUNSET DR |
|---|---|
| City | FOREST CITY |
| State | IA |
| Zip | 50436-2413 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | 26 98 24 LOT 8 HILLCREST SUBD |
| Legal Range | 24W |
| Legal Township | 098 |
| Legal Section | 26 |
| Legal Subdivision | HILLCREST |
| Legal Lot Number | 8 |
| Jurisdiction | WINNEBAGO IA |
| Township / Civil Division | FOREST |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1003 |
| Census Tract | 680300 |
Source: Winnebago County records, as of October 20, 2026
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| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 535 SUNSET DR, FOREST CITY, IA 50436-2413 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Nov 30, 2022 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Line of Credit MANUFACTURERS BANK & TRUST CO |
| Apr 21, 2020 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Conventional Mortgage MANUFACTURERS BANK & TRUST CO |
| Dec 19, 2017 | Warranty Deed, Transfer |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Oct 11, 2011 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Oct 11, 2011 · Amount on Record |
| Prior Sale | Oct 6, 2010 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Document Number | 20111398 |
| Deed Book / Page | 2011 / 1398 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | WINNEBAGO IA |
| Property Address | 535 SUNSET DR, FOREST CITY, IA 50436-2413 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Jan 11, 2023 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 0020221772 |
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| Date | Nov 30, 2022 |
| Instrument | 2022-1772 |
| Name | MANUFACTURERS BANK & TRUST CO |
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| Type | Bank |
| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 120 Months |
| Due | Dec 30, 2032 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
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| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | WINNEBAGO IA |
| Property Address | 535 SUNSET DR, FOREST CITY, IA 50436-2413 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Mar 18, 2022 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 0020200658 |
|---|---|
| Date | Apr 21, 2020 |
| Instrument | 2020-0658 |
| Name | MANUFACTURERS BANK & TRUST CO |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 180 Months |
| Due | May 1, 2035 |
| Rate Type | Fixed Rate |
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| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | WINNEBAGO IA |
| Recording Date | Dec 19, 2017 |
| Property Address | 535 SUNSET DR, FOREST CITY, IA 50436-2413 |
| Document Number | 02017/1804 |
| Book / Page | 2017 / 1804 |
| Instrument Date | Dec 18, 2017 |
| Instrument | 2017-1804 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Mar 18, 2022 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Relationship | Joint Tenants with Right of Survivorship |
| Address | 535 SUNSET DR, FOREST CITY, IA 50436-2413 |
Source: Winnebago County assessment roll, as of October 6, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Iowa |
| County | Winnebago County |
| Municipality | Forest City |
| Unified School District | Forest City Community School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $219,530 (+0.77%) Land $36,830 Building $182,700 | $219,530 (+0.77%) Land $36,830 Building $182,700 | |
| 2025 | $3,444.00 (-9.98%) Homeowner's exemption | $217,850 (+3.99%) Land $36,830 Building $181,020 | $217,850 (+3.99%) Land $36,830 Building $181,020 |
| 2024 | $3,826.00 (+7.59%) | ||
| 2023 | $209,490 (+24.61%) Land $41,580 Building $167,910 | $209,490 (+24.61%) Land $41,580 Building $167,910 | |
| 2022 | $3,556.00 Homeowner's exemption | $168,120 Land $34,510 Building $133,610 | |
| 2021 | $168,120 Land $34,510 Building $133,610 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective October 26, 2022 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone AE, within 500 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 1 (1979) |
| Most Recent Claim | Jul 1979 · rainfall accumulation |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 99.8% of the US · lower than 98.1% of Iowa |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | FOREST CITY WATER SUPPLY serves 4,285 people · EPA ID IA9525047 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Jun 2025 |
| Lead | 5 ppb (2023–2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 87 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Winnebago Cooperative Telecom Association Fiber | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Mediacom Xtream Cable · Fiber in parts of the area | 1,000 / 50 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| GigFire Fixed Wireless | 150 / 130 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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