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$124,072$111 / 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 82How 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 $64,000 on Oct 12, 2012

139 1ST ST

CHAPIN, IA 50427
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,120 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.
0.78 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$124K
$102K low$147K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$64,000 · Oct 12, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$712 (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.$72,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$64,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$69,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$72,300

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.78
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
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, 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.DeckPatio · 683 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
West Fork High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi
M
West Fork Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.2 mi
E
West Fork Elementary at RockwellC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 10.2 mi

District: West Fork Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50427These 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.56
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.0
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,291
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,919
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

139 1st 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Franklin County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Franklin County
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Franklin County
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Franklin County

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

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$46K$338K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Franklin County.

How it measures up in Franklin County

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin County.

Estimated value$124,072
CheaperTypical $127,743Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$111
CheaperTypical $87Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,120 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,470 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.78 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 139 1st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$124,07248% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11167% of homes
Living areabigger than1,120 ft²24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.78 ac65% of homes
Year builtnewer than197178% of homes

About 139 1st St

How much is 139 1st St, Chapin, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 139 1st St, Chapin, IA is $124,072 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $101,610 to $146,534. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 139 1st St, Chapin, IA last sell?

139 1st St, Chapin, IA last sold on Oct 12, 2012 for $64,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 139 1st St, Chapin, IA?

139 1st St, Chapin, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,120 square feet of living space and a 0.78-acre lot.

When was 139 1st St, Chapin, IA built?

139 1st St, Chapin, IA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 139 1st St, Chapin, IA?

139 1st St, Chapin, IA is assigned to West Fork High School (high); West Fork Middle School (middle), rated C; West Fork Elementary at Rockwell (elementary), rated C+. All sit in West Fork Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 139 1st St, Chapin, IA compare to other homes in Franklin County?

Among the 4,552 homes in Franklin County, it is worth more than 48% of them ($124,072 against a typical $127,743), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($111 against a typical $87), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,120 ft² against a typical 1,470 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.78 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1971 against a typical 1940). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 139 1st St, Chapin, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 139 1st St, Chapin, IA was $712. The county assessed it at $72,300.

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