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$282,128$210 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $13,100 on May 9, 2016

1024 POLK ST

DEXTER, IA 50070
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,342 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.
0.23 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$282K
$259K low$305K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$13,100 · May 9, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$536 (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.$74,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,840
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$59,760
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,550
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$74,600

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDALLAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Porch · 269 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(4)

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

E
Dexter Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
West Central Valley High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi
M
West Central Valley Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi

District: West Central Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50070These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,530
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,295
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,349
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

1024 Polk St 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 67% of homes in Dexter 50070
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Dexter 50070
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Dallas County
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Dexter 50070
  • Older than 97% of homes in Dallas County

What homes are worth in Dexter 50070

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

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$59K$631K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Dexter 50070.

How it measures up in Dexter 50070

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dexter 50070.

Estimated value$282,128
CheaperTypical $218,993Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$210
CheaperTypical $162Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,342 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,438 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 1024 Polk St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDexter 50070Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$282,12867% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21070% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,342 ft²42% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac28% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than190017% of homes3% of homes

About 1024 Polk St

How much is 1024 Polk St, Dexter, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1024 Polk St, Dexter, IA is $282,128 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $259,020 to $305,236. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1024 Polk St, Dexter, IA last sell?

1024 Polk St, Dexter, IA last sold on May 9, 2016 for $13,100, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1024 Polk St, Dexter, IA?

1024 Polk St, Dexter, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,342 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 1024 Polk St, Dexter, IA built?

1024 Polk St, Dexter, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1024 Polk St, Dexter, IA?

1024 Polk St, Dexter, IA is assigned to Dexter Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; West Central Valley High School (high), rated C; West Central Valley Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in West Central Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1024 Polk St, Dexter, IA compare to other homes in Dexter 50070?

Among the 834 homes in Dexter 50070, it is worth more than 67% of them ($282,128 against a typical $218,993), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($210 against a typical $162), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,342 ft² against a typical 1,438 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1900 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 37% 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 1024 Polk St, Dexter, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1024 Polk St, Dexter, IA was $536. The county assessed it at $74,600.

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