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$284,036$197 / 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 83How 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 $219,000 on Jul 18, 2022

1249 FOREST ST

MURRAY, IA 50174
4
Beds
0
Baths
1,440 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.
0.78 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1916
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$284K
$235K low$333K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$219,000 · Jul 18, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,314 (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.$240,860 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,350
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$215,510
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$240,860
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$240,860

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
60
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential (General/Single)
CountyCLARKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.78
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.Porch · 248 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
Murray Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.4 mi
M
Murray Jr/Sr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 4.4 mi

District: Murray Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50174These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.129
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,443
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.$67,335
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,190
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

1249 Forest 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 88% of homes in Murray 50174
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Murray 50174
  • Older than 89% of homes in Clarke County

What homes are worth in Murray 50174

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

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$43K$446K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Murray 50174.

How it measures up in Murray 50174

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Murray 50174.

Estimated value$284,036
CheaperTypical $126,138Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $93Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,440 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,320 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.78 ac
SmallerTypical 1.33 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1916
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 1249 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMurray 50174Clarke County
Estimated valuepricier than$284,03688% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19786% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than1,440 ft²59% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.78 ac46% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than191624% of homes11% of homes

About 1249 Forest St

How much is 1249 Forest St, Murray, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1249 Forest St, Murray, IA is $284,036 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $234,873 to $333,199. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1249 Forest St, Murray, IA last sell?

1249 Forest St, Murray, IA last sold on Jul 18, 2022 for $219,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1249 Forest St, Murray, IA?

1249 Forest St, Murray, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1,440 square feet of living space and a 0.78-acre lot.

When was 1249 Forest St, Murray, IA built?

1249 Forest St, Murray, IA was built in 1916, making it 110 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1249 Forest St, Murray, IA?

1249 Forest St, Murray, IA is assigned to Murray Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Murray Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Murray Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1249 Forest St, Murray, IA compare to other homes in Murray 50174?

Among the 673 homes in Murray 50174, it is worth more than 88% of them ($284,036 against a typical $126,138), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($197 against a typical $93), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,440 ft² against a typical 1,320 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.78 ac against a typical 1.33 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1916 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Clarke County, it is worth more than 80% 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 1249 Forest St, Murray, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1249 Forest St, Murray, IA was $3,314. The county assessed it at $240,860.

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