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$208,790$95 / 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 78How 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

12524 S AVE

WESTGATE, IA 50681
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,201 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.
4.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$209K
$164K low$254K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,168 (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.$125,610 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,920
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$118,690
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$109,410
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$125,610

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
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.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Rural Residence
CountyFAYETTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.24
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
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 · 35 ft²

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

E
West Central PK - 8 SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 5.0 mi
H
West Central Charter High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: West Central Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50681These 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.132
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.93%
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.4.5%
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.414
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,339
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,979
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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

12524 S Ave 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 80% of homes in Fayette County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Westgate 50681
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Fayette County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Westgate 50681

What homes are worth in Westgate 50681

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

This home
$29K$424K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Westgate 50681.

How it measures up in Westgate 50681

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Westgate 50681.

Estimated value$208,790
CheaperTypical $128,848Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$95
CheaperTypical $87Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area2,201 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,508 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size4.24 ac
SmallerTypical 1.77 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1916Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 12524 S Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWestgate 50681Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$208,79078% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9555% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than2,201 ft²91% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.24 ac65% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than18903% of homes5% of homes

About 12524 S Ave

How much is 12524 S Ave, Westgate, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12524 S Ave, Westgate, IA is $208,790 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $163,562 to $254,018. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12524 S Ave, Westgate, IA last sell?

12524 S Ave, Westgate, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12524 S Ave, Westgate, IA?

12524 S Ave, Westgate, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,201 square feet of living space and a 4.24-acre lot.

When was 12524 S Ave, Westgate, IA built?

12524 S Ave, Westgate, IA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12524 S Ave, Westgate, IA?

12524 S Ave, Westgate, IA is assigned to West Central PK - 8 School (elementary), rated C-; West Central Charter High School (high), rated D+. All sit in West Central Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12524 S Ave, Westgate, IA compare to other homes in Westgate 50681?

Among the 200 homes in Westgate 50681, it is worth more than 78% of them ($208,790 against a typical $128,848), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($95 against a typical $87), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,201 ft² against a typical 1,508 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (4.24 ac against a typical 1.77 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1890 against a typical 1916). Measured against all of Fayette 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 12524 S Ave, Westgate, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12524 S Ave, Westgate, IA was $1,168. The county assessed it at $125,610.

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