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$93,294$121 / 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 73How 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 $1,815,000 on May 12, 2025

1303 RIVER RD

LEIGHTON, IA 50143
2
Beds
1
Baths
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.
32.74 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1918
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$93K
$68K low$118K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,815,000 · May 12, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,094 (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.$97,260 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$51,540
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$45,720
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,930
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$97,260

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.52
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
58
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.180 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyMAHASKA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.32.74
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Patio · 196 ft²Porch · 192 ft²

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

E
Oskaloosa Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 8.2 mi
H
Oskaloosa High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.5 mi
M
Oskaloosa Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.5 mi

District: Oskaloosa Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50143These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.496
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.$100,502
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,386
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

1303 River 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 less than 95% of homes in Leighton 50143
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Leighton 50143
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Leighton 50143
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Mahaska County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Leighton 50143

What homes are worth in Leighton 50143

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

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$79K$497K

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Leighton 50143.

How it measures up in Leighton 50143

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Leighton 50143.

Estimated value$93,294
CheaperTypical $235,039Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$121
CheaperTypical $151Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,578 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size32.74 ac
SmallerTypical 2.18 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1918
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 1303 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeighton 50143Mahaska County
Estimated valuepricier than$93,2945% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12130% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than768 ft²4% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than32.74 ac87% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than191828% of homes29% of homes

About 1303 River Rd

How much is 1303 River Rd, Leighton, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1303 River Rd, Leighton, IA is $93,294 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $68,381 to $118,207. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1303 River Rd, Leighton, IA last sell?

1303 River Rd, Leighton, IA last sold on May 12, 2025 for $1,815,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1303 River Rd, Leighton, IA?

1303 River Rd, Leighton, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 768 square feet of living space and a 32.74-acre lot.

When was 1303 River Rd, Leighton, IA built?

1303 River Rd, Leighton, IA was built in 1918, making it 108 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1303 River Rd, Leighton, IA?

1303 River Rd, Leighton, IA is assigned to Oskaloosa Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Oskaloosa High School (high), rated B; Oskaloosa Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Oskaloosa Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1303 River Rd, Leighton, IA compare to other homes in Leighton 50143?

Among the 265 homes in Leighton 50143, it is worth more than 5% of them ($93,294 against a typical $235,039), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($121 against a typical $151), it is bigger than 4% of them (768 ft² against a typical 1,578 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (32.74 ac against a typical 2.18 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1918 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Mahaska County, it is worth more than 22% 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 1303 River Rd, Leighton, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1303 River Rd, Leighton, IA was $1,094. The county assessed it at $97,260.

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