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$312,788$122 / 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 82How 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 $7,000 on May 24, 2021

1281 255TH ST

FARMINGTON, IA 52626
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,560 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.
9.71 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$313K
$256K low$370K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$7,000 · May 24, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,020 (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.$523,360 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,580
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$486,780
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$454,440
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$523,360

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.9.71
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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.Mixed
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 · 120 ft²Porch · 792 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.

H
Central Lee High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.6 mi
M
Central Lee Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 7.8 mi
E
Central Lee Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 7.8 mi

District: Central Lee Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52626These 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.96
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 100.20

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.1,161
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,964
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,519
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

1281 255th 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 91% of homes in Farmington 52626
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Farmington 52626
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Farmington 52626
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Lee County
  • Among the newest homes in Farmington 52626

What homes are worth in Farmington 52626

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

This home
$26K$491K

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Farmington 52626.

How it measures up in Farmington 52626

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Farmington 52626.

Estimated value$312,788
CheaperTypical $86,274Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$122
CheaperTypical $69Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area2,560 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,333 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size9.71 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 1281 255th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFarmington 52626Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$312,78891% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12273% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than2,560 ft²95% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than9.71 ac75% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than2021almost all homesalmost all homes

About 1281 255th St

How much is 1281 255th St, Farmington, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1281 255th St, Farmington, IA is $312,788 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $255,568 to $370,008. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1281 255th St, Farmington, IA last sell?

1281 255th St, Farmington, IA last sold on May 24, 2021 for $7,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1281 255th St, Farmington, IA?

1281 255th St, Farmington, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,560 square feet of living space and a 9.71-acre lot.

When was 1281 255th St, Farmington, IA built?

1281 255th St, Farmington, IA was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1281 255th St, Farmington, IA?

1281 255th St, Farmington, IA is assigned to Central Lee High School (high), rated A-; Central Lee Middle School (middle), rated C+; Central Lee Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Central Lee Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1281 255th St, Farmington, IA compare to other homes in Farmington 52626?

Among the 586 homes in Farmington 52626, it is worth more than 91% of them ($312,788 against a typical $86,274), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($122 against a typical $69), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,560 ft² against a typical 1,333 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (9.71 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2021 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 90% 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 1281 255th St, Farmington, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1281 255th St, Farmington, IA was $6,020. The county assessed it at $523,360.

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