Cherokee City Property Records in Iowa

Cherokee property records document land ownership, transfers, mortgages, liens, plats, parcel boundaries, assessed values, and property-tax history. Because “Cherokee” may refer to different counties or Cherokee Nation-related lands, users should confirm the state or jurisdiction first. Legal records are typically available through the relevant county land-record office, such as the Cherokee County Clerk of Superior Court, Cherokee County Register of Deeds, Cherokee County Clerk, or Cherokee County Recorder, depending on the state. Assessment and tax information is usually provided by offices such as the Cherokee County Tax Assessor’s Office, Cherokee County Tax Commissioner’s Office, Cherokee County Treasurer’s Office, or Cherokee County Appraisal District. Many of these offices offer searchable online databases, GIS parcel maps, and in-person record access. For tribal or restricted lands, users may need to consult the appropriate tribal or federal land authority, such as the Cherokee Nation Realty Office or the Bureau of Indian Affairs.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$48,693
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$119,400
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$1,611
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
1%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$707 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
64%
Population
Population:
5,157

Cherokee Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section covers reported crime in Cherokee, grouped into violent crimes and property crimes. Violent crime figures include murder, robberies, and assaults, with 0 murders, 0 robberies, and 11 assaults reported.

Property crime figures include total property crimes, burglaries, and motor vehicle thefts. The data shows 17 property crimes, 5 burglaries, and 0 motor vehicle thefts.

Users can use these counts to see how reported incidents are distributed across crime types in Cherokee. The data reflects only the number of reported incidents and does not show crime rates or trends over time, so it should be read as a count of reported incidents rather than a full picture of crime in the city.

Robberies
Robberies:
0
Burglary
Burglary:
5
Murder
Murder:
0
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
0
Theft
Theft:
12
Assault
Assault:
11
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
0

What Is the Population Profile of Cherokee

Cherokee's population is mostly White, at 90% (4,626 people). Hispanic residents make up 5% (255 people), and Two + Races residents account for 4% (194 people). Asian residents are at 1% (61 people), and Black residents make up 0.41% (21 people). Other Race, American Indian, and Pacific Islander groups have 0 residents.

White
90%
4,626
Hispanic
5%
255
Two + Races
4%
194
Asian
1%
61
Black
0.41%
21
Other Race
0%
0
American Indian
0%
0
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Cherokee, Ratings Compared Across Iowa B-

Cherokee's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. Good for Retirees has the highest grade at A, followed by Cost of Living and Commute at A-. Other notable ratings include Access to Bars and Access to Parks at A-, Nightlife at B+, and Access to Restaurants and Diversity at B. These ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
C+
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
A-
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
C+
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
C+
Nightlife
Nightlife
B+
Weather
Weather
B-
Commute
Commute
A-
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
A-
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B-
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
C+
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
B
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
B
Good for Families
Good for Families
B-
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
A
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B-
Housing
Housing
B-
Jobs
Jobs
C
Walkability
Walkability
B-

How Educated Is Cherokee

Cherokee's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (45%), Associate Degree (13%), and Bachelor Degree (11%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
45%
Associate Degree
13%
Some College
11%
Bachelor Degree
11%
Below High School
7%
Masters Degree
5%
Doctorate
0.81%

When Were Homes Built

Cherokee's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (38%), followed by Before 1939 (29%) and 1940 - 1959 (20%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1960 - 1979
38%
Before 1939
29%
1940 - 1959
20%
1980 - 1999
10%
2000 - Present
4%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Cherokee's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 2 Bedrooms (38%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (31%) and 4 Bedrooms (17%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

2 Bedrooms
38%
3 Bedrooms
31%
4 Bedrooms
17%
1 Bedroom
10%
5 or More Bedrooms
4%
No Bedrooms
0%

What Is the Average Age

Cherokee's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (24%), 10 - 17 (15%), and 35 - 44 (14%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
24%
10 - 17
15%
55 - 64
14%
35 - 44
14%
45 - 54
11%
25 - 34
8%
Under 10
8%
18 - 24
5%

Property Market Trends at Cherokee

Cherokee's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $119,400. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $707 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Cherokee's dynamic real estate landscape.

Cherokee Assessor Office

Cherokee County Assessor's Office

Street:
520 W. Main Street
City:
Cherokee
County:
Cherokee
State:
IA
Zip Code:
51012
Phone:
712-225-6701
Fax:
-
Hours:
Monday - Friday (8AM - 4:30PM)

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