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$254,785$157 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $135,000 on Oct 21, 2015

126 S LOCUST ST

BENNETT, IA 52721
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,620 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$255K
$224K low$285K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · Oct 21, 2015
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$254,785
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$203,828

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,919 (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.$247,320 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,280
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$226,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$247,320
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$247,320

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.Split Level
CountyCedar
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 168 ft²Porch · 316 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
Bennett Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
H
Tipton High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.9 mi
M
Tipton Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 8.6 mi

District: Bennett Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52721These 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.156
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.590
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.$83,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,212
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.61%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

126 S Locust 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 83% of homes in Bennett 52721
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Bennett 52721
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Bennett 52721

What homes are worth in Bennett 52721

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

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$64K$395K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Bennett 52721.

How it measures up in Bennett 52721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bennett 52721.

Estimated value$254,785
CheaperTypical $158,676Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$157
CheaperTypical $98Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,620 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,614 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1916Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 126 S Locust St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBennett 52721Cedar County
Estimated valuepricier than$254,78583% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15786% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,620 ft²51% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac36% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than197583% of homes61% of homes

About 126 S Locust St

How much is 126 S Locust St, Bennett, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 126 S Locust St, Bennett, IA is $254,785 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $224,205 to $285,365. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 126 S Locust St, Bennett, IA last sell?

126 S Locust St, Bennett, IA last sold on Oct 21, 2015 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 126 S Locust St, Bennett, IA?

126 S Locust St, Bennett, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,620 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 126 S Locust St, Bennett, IA built?

126 S Locust St, Bennett, IA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 126 S Locust St, Bennett, IA?

126 S Locust St, Bennett, IA is assigned to Bennett Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Tipton High School (high), rated C+; Tipton Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Bennett Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 126 S Locust St, Bennett, IA compare to other homes in Bennett 52721?

Among the 324 homes in Bennett 52721, it is worth more than 83% of them ($254,785 against a typical $158,676), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($157 against a typical $98), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,620 ft² against a typical 1,614 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (1975 against a typical 1916). Measured against all of Cedar County, it is worth more than 58% 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 126 S Locust St, Bennett, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 126 S Locust St, Bennett, IA was $2,919. The county assessed it at $247,320.

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