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Epworth

A close-knit town with room to grow

Quiet Iowa living shaped by park life and neighborly routines.

Iowa-only real estate guidance from Scott Underberg at Guthrie & Associates.

West of Dubuque

Best fit: Buyers seeking a calm community with local amenities and regional access.

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Public housing context

A useful baseline, not a price opinion.

View ACS 2024 source

Median owner-occupied value

$239,900

± $15,242 · ACS 2024 5-year

Median year built

1980

± 7 years · ACS 2024 5-year

How to use it

Citywide or townwide public data only — not a listing value, current market price, appraisal, or neighborhood estimate.

The overview

What it feels like to live in Epworth.

Epworth is a Dubuque County community where buyers can find a distinctly small-town setting, local recreation, and a growing range of housing choices. Its location keeps Dubuque-area services within reach while giving residents a more relaxed pace and a local gathering-place feel.

Tower Park

Youth sports and community programs

Local housing and renovation resources

Community intelligence

Build a picture of daily life in Epworth.

These source-linked local anchors are designed to help visitors understand the community before they begin narrowing a home search. School information is context only; always verify enrollment, program, and transportation details directly.

Parks & outdoors

Tower Park has a renovated playground and seasonal splash pad.
East Park and the local Bark Park add neighborhood recreation options.

Schools & learning

Epworth Elementary and Western Dubuque High School are district facilities in the community.
Dubuque County Library’s Epworth Branch adds local learning and programming context.

Attractions & daily life

The Epworth Market at Tower Park is a seasonal local gathering point.
Epworth Town & Country Days is a recurring community festival.

Housing character

Epworth is a residential community with predominantly single-family housing. Utility service, assessments, lot features, and outbuilding or setback rules deserve property-specific review.

Address-level checks

Confirm water and sewer service versus private well or septic where relevant.

Review local assessments and infrastructure improvement obligations.

Verify zoning, setbacks, and accessory-structure requirements before planning changes.

Source desk

Official and community sources supporting this guide. Source links are provided for current policies, programs, hours, or address-level details; the guide does not replace agency verification.

City of Epworth Epworth Library Branch Western Dubuque schools ACS 2024 housing data

Buying lens

What to examine when you search here.

Compare in-town homes with nearby rural options.

Confirm school district boundaries and transportation needs.

Evaluate lot size, outbuildings, and maintenance history carefully.

Local life

The places that make the map feel local.

Tower Park events
Local markets and gatherings
Dubuque County recreation

Iowa relocation guide

Guide standard

Prepared for Living in the DBQ by Scott Underberg, Broker Owner. This guide combines source-linked public context with an Iowa broker’s local orientation; it is not a valuation, appraisal, school-assignment guarantee, or substitute for property-specific verification.

Video-ready

A closer look at Epworth.

Use this section for Scott's future video tour, market conversation, or local lifestyle guide.

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