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$79,108$47 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

131 S MERRILL ST

PRESTON, IA 52069
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,680 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$79K
$62K low$96K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,220 (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.$82,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$70,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$82,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyJACKSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Central
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.Porch · 6 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Easton Valley Junior High / High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Easton Valley Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.3 mi

District: Easton Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52069These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,576
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.35 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,782
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,660
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.61%

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How this home compares

131 S Merrill 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 96% of homes in Preston 52069
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Preston 52069
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Jackson County
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Jackson County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Jackson County

What homes are worth in Preston 52069

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

This home
$65K$504K

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Preston 52069.

How it measures up in Preston 52069

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Preston 52069.

Estimated value$79,108
CheaperTypical $188,756Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$47
CheaperTypical $125Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,570 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 131 S Merrill St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePreston 52069Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$79,1084% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$472% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²58% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac20% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than192040% of homes33% of homes

About 131 S Merrill St

How much is 131 S Merrill St, Preston, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 131 S Merrill St, Preston, IA is $79,108 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $62,299 to $95,917. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 131 S Merrill St, Preston, IA last sell?

131 S Merrill St, Preston, IA last sold on Aug 5, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 131 S Merrill St, Preston, IA?

131 S Merrill St, Preston, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 131 S Merrill St, Preston, IA built?

131 S Merrill St, Preston, IA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 131 S Merrill St, Preston, IA?

131 S Merrill St, Preston, IA is assigned to Easton Valley Junior High / High School (middle), rated C+; Easton Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Easton Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 131 S Merrill St, Preston, IA compare to other homes in Preston 52069?

Among the 639 homes in Preston 52069, it is worth more than 4% of them ($79,108 against a typical $188,756), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($47 against a typical $125), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,570 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1920 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 8% 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 131 S Merrill St, Preston, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 131 S Merrill St, Preston, IA was $1,220. The county assessed it at $82,400.

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