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$135,070$121 / 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 86How 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 $95,500 on Apr 8, 2021

12 1ST ST NE

WEST BEND, IA 50597
3
Beds
3 / 4
Baths
1,120 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$135K
$116K low$154K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$95,500 · Apr 8, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,772 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$141,830 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,650
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$131,180
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$145,240
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$141,830

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPALO ALTO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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 · 288 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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

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

M
West Bend-Mallard Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.3 mi
H
West Bend-Mallard High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
West Bend-Mallard Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.3 mi

District: West Bend-Mallard Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50597These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,277
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,942
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,556
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

12 1st St Ne 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Palo Alto County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in West Bend 50597
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Palo Alto County

What homes are worth in West Bend 50597

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

This home
$31K$507K

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in West Bend 50597.

How it measures up in West Bend 50597

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Bend 50597.

Estimated value$135,070
CheaperTypical $152,753Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$121
CheaperTypical $100Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,120 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,504 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 12 1st St Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Bend 50597Palo Alto County
Estimated valuepricier than$135,07043% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12164% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,120 ft²21% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac36% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than195756% of homes60% of homes

About 12 1st St Ne

How much is 12 1st St Ne, West Bend, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 1st St Ne, West Bend, IA is $135,070 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $116,103 to $154,037. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 1st St Ne, West Bend, IA last sell?

12 1st St Ne, West Bend, IA last sold on Apr 8, 2021 for $95,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12 1st St Ne, West Bend, IA?

12 1st St Ne, West Bend, IA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,120 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 12 1st St Ne, West Bend, IA built?

12 1st St Ne, West Bend, IA was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12 1st St Ne, West Bend, IA?

12 1st St Ne, West Bend, IA is assigned to West Bend-Mallard Middle School (middle), rated C+; West Bend-Mallard High School (high), rated C; West Bend-Mallard Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in West Bend-Mallard Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 1st St Ne, West Bend, IA compare to other homes in West Bend 50597?

Among the 570 homes in West Bend 50597, it is worth more than 43% of them ($135,070 against a typical $152,753), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($121 against a typical $100), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,120 ft² against a typical 1,504 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1957 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Palo Alto County, it is worth more than 51% 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 12 1st St Ne, West Bend, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 1st St Ne, West Bend, IA was $1,772. The county assessed it at $141,830.

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