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$280,016$227 / 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 84How 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

1252 HIGHWAY 6

MALCOM, IA 50157
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,232 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.
3.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
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

$280K
$235K low$325K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,578 (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.$238,130 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$71,090
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$167,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$210,060
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$238,130

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
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.Single Family Residence
CountyPOWESHIEK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.12
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.Central
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 · 42 ft²Patio · 428 ft²Porch · 144 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Fairview Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 8.8 mi
M
Grinnell Community Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 9.1 mi
H
Grinnell Community Senior High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.2 mi

District: Grinnell-Newburg Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50157These 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.139
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.732
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,687
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,033
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

1252 Highway 6 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 78% of homes in Malcom 50157
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Malcom 50157
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Malcom 50157
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Poweshiek County
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Malcom 50157

What homes are worth in Malcom 50157

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

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$36K$530K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Malcom 50157.

How it measures up in Malcom 50157

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Malcom 50157.

Estimated value$280,016
CheaperTypical $181,104Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$227
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,590 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size3.12 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 1252 Highway 6 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMalcom 50157Poweshiek County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,01678% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22795% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,232 ft²24% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.12 ac57% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than200388% of homes86% of homes

About 1252 Highway 6

How much is 1252 Highway 6, Malcom, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1252 Highway 6, Malcom, IA is $280,016 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $235,495 to $324,537. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1252 Highway 6, Malcom, IA last sell?

1252 Highway 6, Malcom, IA last sold on Apr 20, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1252 Highway 6, Malcom, IA?

1252 Highway 6, Malcom, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,232 square feet of living space and a 3.12-acre lot.

When was 1252 Highway 6, Malcom, IA built?

1252 Highway 6, Malcom, IA was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1252 Highway 6, Malcom, IA?

1252 Highway 6, Malcom, IA is assigned to Fairview Elementary School (elementary); Grinnell Community Middle School (middle), rated C+; Grinnell Community Senior High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Grinnell-Newburg Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1252 Highway 6, Malcom, IA compare to other homes in Malcom 50157?

Among the 316 homes in Malcom 50157, it is worth more than 78% of them ($280,016 against a typical $181,104), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($227 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,232 ft² against a typical 1,590 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (3.12 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (2003 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Poweshiek County, it is worth more than 73% 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 1252 Highway 6, Malcom, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1252 Highway 6, Malcom, IA was $2,578. The county assessed it at $238,130.

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