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$225,775$153 / 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 78How 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 $238,964 on Jan 16, 2024

1151 S 56 HWY

RUSSELL, IA 50238
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,473 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.
37.61 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$226K
$175K low$277K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$238,964 · Jan 16, 2024
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.$225,775
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$180,620

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,894 (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.$142,580 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,260
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$103,320
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$142,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$142,580

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.51
78
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
39
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
15
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.66 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyWayne
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.37.61
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 120 ft²Porch · 104 ft²

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

M
Wayne Community Jr-Sr High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 11.7 mi
E
Wayne Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 12.0 mi

District: Wayne Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50238These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.1,400
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,881
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,592
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

1151 S 56 Hwy 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 76% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Wayne County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Wayne County

What homes are worth in Russell 50238

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

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$39K$450K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Russell 50238.

How it measures up in Russell 50238

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Russell 50238.

Estimated value$225,775
CheaperTypical $150,957Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,473 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,336 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size37.61 ac
SmallerTypical 1.86 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 1151 S 56 Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRussell 50238Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$225,77574% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15368% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,473 ft²61% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than37.61 ac86% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than195045% of homes44% of homes

About 1151 S 56 Hwy

How much is 1151 S 56 Hwy, Russell, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1151 S 56 Hwy, Russell, IA is $225,775 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $175,002 to $276,548. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1151 S 56 Hwy, Russell, IA last sell?

1151 S 56 Hwy, Russell, IA last sold on Jan 16, 2024 for $238,964, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1151 S 56 Hwy, Russell, IA?

1151 S 56 Hwy, Russell, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,473 square feet of living space and a 37.61-acre lot.

When was 1151 S 56 Hwy, Russell, IA built?

1151 S 56 Hwy, Russell, IA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1151 S 56 Hwy, Russell, IA?

1151 S 56 Hwy, Russell, IA is assigned to Wayne Community Jr-Sr High School (middle), rated B-; Wayne Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Wayne Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1151 S 56 Hwy, Russell, IA compare to other homes in Russell 50238?

Among the 617 homes in Russell 50238, it is worth more than 74% of them ($225,775 against a typical $150,957), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($153 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,473 ft² against a typical 1,336 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (37.61 ac against a typical 1.86 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1950 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 76% 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 1151 S 56 Hwy, Russell, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1151 S 56 Hwy, Russell, IA was $1,894. The county assessed it at $142,580.

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