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$228,177$99 / 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 79How 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

1289 FOREST ST

MURRAY, IA 50174
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,310 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.
7.88 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$228K
$179K low$277K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,892 (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.$280,960 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$67,860
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$213,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$280,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$280,960

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
38
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.Single Family Residence
CountyCLARKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.88
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.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Geo-Thermal
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Shed · 168 ft²Porch · 80 ft²

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 · 4.2 mi
M
Murray Jr/Sr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 4.2 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

1289 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 80% of homes in Murray 50174
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Clarke County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Murray 50174
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% 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.

This home
$43K$446K

This home is worth more than 80% 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$228,177
CheaperTypical $126,138Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$99
CheaperTypical $93Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area2,310 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,320 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size7.88 ac
SmallerTypical 1.33 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 1289 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMurray 50174Clarke County
Estimated valuepricier than$228,17780% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9954% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than2,310 ft²93% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.88 ac66% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than195049% of homes39% of homes

About 1289 Forest St

How much is 1289 Forest St, Murray, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1289 Forest St, Murray, IA is $228,177 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $179,345 to $277,009. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1289 Forest St, Murray, IA last sell?

1289 Forest St, Murray, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1289 Forest St, Murray, IA?

1289 Forest St, Murray, IA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,310 square feet of living space and a 7.88-acre lot.

When was 1289 Forest St, Murray, IA built?

1289 Forest St, Murray, IA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1289 Forest St, Murray, IA?

1289 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 1289 Forest St, Murray, IA compare to other homes in Murray 50174?

Among the 673 homes in Murray 50174, it is worth more than 80% of them ($228,177 against a typical $126,138), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($99 against a typical $93), it is bigger than 93% of them (2,310 ft² against a typical 1,320 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (7.88 ac against a typical 1.33 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1950 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Clarke County, it is worth more than 68% 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 1289 Forest St, Murray, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1289 Forest St, Murray, IA was $3,892. The county assessed it at $280,960.

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