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$73,897$46 / 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 77How 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 $65,000 on Apr 1, 2025

129 NORTH ST

MELVIN, IA 51350
5
Beds
1
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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$74K
$57K low$91K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Apr 1, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$632 (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.$76,260 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$71,360
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$68,690
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$76,260

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.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
46
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
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.Single Family Residence
CountyOsceola
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
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.Forced Air
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 140 ft²Porch · 168 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
Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.3 mi
E
Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 9.4 mi
M
Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 10.0 mi

District: Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51350These 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.126
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 100.14

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.85%
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.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.371
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,979
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,559
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 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

129 North 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 less than 86% of homes in Osceola County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Osceola County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Melvin 51350

What homes are worth in Melvin 51350

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

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$38K$279K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Melvin 51350.

How it measures up in Melvin 51350

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Melvin 51350.

Estimated value$73,897
CheaperTypical $93,692Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$46
CheaperTypical $63Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,620 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,558 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1932Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 129 North St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMelvin 51350Osceola County
Estimated valuepricier than$73,89725% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$468% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,620 ft²56% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac42% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than190028% of homes29% of homes

About 129 North St

How much is 129 North St, Melvin, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 129 North St, Melvin, IA is $73,897 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $56,866 to $90,928. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 129 North St, Melvin, IA last sell?

129 North St, Melvin, IA last sold on Apr 1, 2025 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 129 North St, Melvin, IA?

129 North St, Melvin, IA has 5 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,620 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 129 North St, Melvin, IA built?

129 North St, Melvin, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 129 North St, Melvin, IA?

129 North St, Melvin, IA is assigned to Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn High School (high), rated B-; Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 129 North St, Melvin, IA compare to other homes in Melvin 51350?

Among the 211 homes in Melvin 51350, it is worth more than 25% of them ($73,897 against a typical $93,692), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($46 against a typical $63), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,620 ft² against a typical 1,558 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1900 against a typical 1932). Measured against all of Osceola County, it is worth more than 14% 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 129 North St, Melvin, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 129 North St, Melvin, IA was $632. The county assessed it at $76,260.

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