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$245,469$256 / 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 93How 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 $129,500 on Aug 3, 2005

1205 1ST ST

PALO, IA 52324
3
Beds
2
Baths
960 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.
1980
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

$245K
$227K low$264K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$129,500 · Aug 3, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,196 (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.$153,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$134,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$147,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$153,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.5 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountyLINN
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.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Garage, Detached
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.Deck · 158 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
Viola Gibson Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.7 mi
H
Kennedy High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.7 mi
M
Harding Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.1 mi

District: Cedar Rapids Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52324These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,488
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.85 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,925
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,494
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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.61%

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How this home compares

1205 1st 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 less than 70% of homes in Palo 52324
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Linn County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Palo 52324
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Palo 52324
  • Older than 69% of homes in Palo 52324

What homes are worth in Palo 52324

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

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$66K$636K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Palo 52324.

How it measures up in Palo 52324

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palo 52324.

Estimated value$245,469
CheaperTypical $317,385Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$256
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,474 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 2004Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 1205 1st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalo 52324Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$245,46930% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25678% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²5% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac20% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than198031% of homes56% of homes

About 1205 1st St

How much is 1205 1st St, Palo, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1205 1st St, Palo, IA is $245,469 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $227,075 to $263,863. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1205 1st St, Palo, IA last sell?

1205 1st St, Palo, IA last sold on Aug 3, 2005 for $129,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1205 1st St, Palo, IA?

1205 1st St, Palo, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 1205 1st St, Palo, IA built?

1205 1st St, Palo, IA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1205 1st St, Palo, IA?

1205 1st St, Palo, IA is assigned to Viola Gibson Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Kennedy High School (high), rated C+; Harding Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Cedar Rapids Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1205 1st St, Palo, IA compare to other homes in Palo 52324?

Among the 1,159 homes in Palo 52324, it is worth more than 30% of them ($245,469 against a typical $317,385), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($256 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 5% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,474 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1980 against a typical 2004). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than 53% 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 1205 1st St, Palo, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1205 1st St, Palo, IA was $2,196. The county assessed it at $153,000.

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