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$84,979$78 / 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 62How 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 $50,000 on Nov 12, 1999

142 W 1ST ST

BENNETT, IA 52721
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,088 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1898
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$85K
$53K low$117K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,000 · Nov 12, 1999
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.$40,479
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$32,383
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.51%
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.$44,500
ASCENTRA CU · recorded Jun 27, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,326 (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.$103,180 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,830
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$93,350
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$86,150
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$103,180

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCedar
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Bennett Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
H
Tipton High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.0 mi
M
Tipton Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 8.8 mi

District: Bennett Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52721These 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.156
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.2%
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.590
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.$83,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,212
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%

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

142 W 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.

  • Worth less than 96% of homes in Cedar County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Cedar County
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Bennett 52721
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Bennett 52721
  • Older than 90% of homes in Cedar County

What homes are worth in Bennett 52721

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

This home
$59K$395K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Bennett 52721.

How it measures up in Bennett 52721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bennett 52721.

Estimated value$84,979
CheaperTypical $158,664Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$78
CheaperTypical $98Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,088 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,612 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.93 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1898
OlderTypical 1916Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 142 W 1st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBennett 52721Cedar County
Estimated valuepricier than$84,9798% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7827% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,088 ft²9% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac5% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than189819% of homes10% of homes

About 142 W 1st St

How much is 142 W 1st St, Bennett, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 142 W 1st St, Bennett, IA is $84,979 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $52,790 to $117,168. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 142 W 1st St, Bennett, IA last sell?

142 W 1st St, Bennett, IA last sold on Nov 12, 1999 for $50,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 142 W 1st St, Bennett, IA?

142 W 1st St, Bennett, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,088 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 142 W 1st St, Bennett, IA built?

142 W 1st St, Bennett, IA was built in 1898, making it 128 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 142 W 1st St, Bennett, IA?

142 W 1st St, Bennett, IA is assigned to Bennett Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Tipton High School (high), rated C+; Tipton Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Bennett Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 142 W 1st St, Bennett, IA compare to other homes in Bennett 52721?

Among the 324 homes in Bennett 52721, it is worth more than 8% of them ($84,979 against a typical $158,664), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($78 against a typical $98), it is bigger than 9% of them (1,088 ft² against a typical 1,612 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.93 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1898 against a typical 1916). Measured against all of Cedar County, it is worth more than 4% 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 142 W 1st St, Bennett, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 142 W 1st St, Bennett, IA was $1,326. The county assessed it at $103,180.

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