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$314,546$240 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $163,500 on Jul 29, 2005

1215 SW 4TH ST

GRIMES, IA 50111
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,311 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$315K
$286K low$343K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$163,500 · Jul 29, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,738 (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.$302,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$56,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$245,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$280,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$302,300

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.Ranch
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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, Attached
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.Shed · 182 ft²Patio · 120 ft²Porch · 25 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
Dallas Center-Grimes Oak View SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Dallas Center-Grimes High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Dallas Center Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 8.0 mi

District: Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50111These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.10

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,937
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.653 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,352
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,908
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

1215 Sw 4th 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 69% of homes in Grimes 50111
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Polk County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Grimes 50111
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Grimes 50111
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Grimes 50111

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

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$134K$853K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Grimes 50111.

How it measures up in Grimes 50111

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grimes 50111.

Estimated value$314,546
CheaperTypical $360,757Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$240
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,311 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,611 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2008Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 1215 Sw 4th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrimes 50111Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$314,54631% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24062% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than1,311 ft²20% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac28% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than200539% of homes80% of homes

About 1215 Sw 4th St

How much is 1215 Sw 4th St, Grimes, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1215 Sw 4th St, Grimes, IA is $314,546 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $285,910 to $343,182. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1215 Sw 4th St, Grimes, IA last sell?

1215 Sw 4th St, Grimes, IA last sold on Jul 29, 2005 for $163,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1215 Sw 4th St, Grimes, IA?

1215 Sw 4th St, Grimes, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,311 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 1215 Sw 4th St, Grimes, IA built?

1215 Sw 4th St, Grimes, IA was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1215 Sw 4th St, Grimes, IA?

1215 Sw 4th St, Grimes, IA is assigned to Dallas Center-Grimes Oak View School (middle), rated B+; Dallas Center-Grimes High School (high), rated B+; Dallas Center Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1215 Sw 4th St, Grimes, IA compare to other homes in Grimes 50111?

Among the 5,892 homes in Grimes 50111, it is worth more than 31% of them ($314,546 against a typical $360,757), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($240 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,311 ft² against a typical 1,611 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (2005 against a typical 2008). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 60% 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 1215 Sw 4th St, Grimes, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1215 Sw 4th St, Grimes, IA was $4,738. The county assessed it at $302,300.

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