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$797,270$451 / 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 86How 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 $120,000 on May 21, 2018

1298 EARLHAM RD

EARLHAM, IA 50072
5
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
1,768 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.
12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2018
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$797K
$686K low$909K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · May 21, 2018
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.$365,270
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$292,216
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.56%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$312,000
GREEN STATE CU · recorded Apr 20, 2020
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$120,000
GREEN STATE CU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,346 (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.$523,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$515,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$503,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$523,500

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.29 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyMadison
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.12.00
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Deck · 216 ft²Patio · 439 ft²Porch · 168 ft²

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

E
Earlham ElementaryA
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.4 mi
H
Earlham High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Earlham Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Earlham Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50072These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.130
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.4%
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.3,198
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.38 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,320
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,299
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.60%

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

1298 Earlham Rd 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 96% of homes in Earlham 50072
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Earlham 50072
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Madison County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Earlham 50072
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Earlham 50072

What homes are worth in Earlham 50072

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

This home
$120K$956K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Earlham 50072.

How it measures up in Earlham 50072

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Earlham 50072.

Estimated value$797,270
CheaperTypical $327,910Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$451
CheaperTypical $198Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,641 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size12 ac
SmallerTypical 2.9 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built2018
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 1298 Earlham Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEarlham 50072Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$797,27096% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45198% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,768 ft²58% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than12 ac81% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than201895% of homes92% of homes

About 1298 Earlham Rd

How much is 1298 Earlham Rd, Earlham, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1298 Earlham Rd, Earlham, IA is $797,270 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $685,640 to $908,900. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1298 Earlham Rd, Earlham, IA last sell?

1298 Earlham Rd, Earlham, IA last sold on May 21, 2018 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1298 Earlham Rd, Earlham, IA?

1298 Earlham Rd, Earlham, IA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,768 square feet of living space and a 12.00-acre lot.

When was 1298 Earlham Rd, Earlham, IA built?

1298 Earlham Rd, Earlham, IA was built in 2018, making it 8 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1298 Earlham Rd, Earlham, IA?

1298 Earlham Rd, Earlham, IA is assigned to Earlham Elementary (elementary), rated A; Earlham High School (high), rated A-; Earlham Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Earlham Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1298 Earlham Rd, Earlham, IA compare to other homes in Earlham 50072?

Among the 1,085 homes in Earlham 50072, it is worth more than 96% of them ($797,270 against a typical $327,910), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($451 against a typical $198), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,768 ft² against a typical 1,641 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (12 ac against a typical 2.9 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2018 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 94% 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 1298 Earlham Rd, Earlham, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1298 Earlham Rd, Earlham, IA was $6,346. The county assessed it at $523,500.

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