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$486,411$266 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $100,000 on Aug 31, 2002

1492 GAGE DR

LESTER, IA 51242
4 / 3
Baths
1,832 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.
1.97 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$486K
$421K low$552K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$100,000 · Aug 31, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,728 (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.$481,730 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,760
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$449,970
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$301,630
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$481,730

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.Ranch
CountyLyon
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.97
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 140 ft²Patio · 400 ft²Porch · 39 ft²

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

E
West Lyon Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 6.1 mi
H
West Lyon High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.1 mi
M
West Lyon Junior High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.1 mi

District: West Lyon Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51242These 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.52
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,934
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,198
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.27 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

1492 Gage Dr 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 85% of homes in Lyon County
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Lester 51242
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Lyon County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Lester 51242
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Lyon County

What homes are worth in Lester 51242

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

This home
$77K$670K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Lester 51242.

How it measures up in Lester 51242

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lester 51242.

Estimated value$486,411
CheaperTypical $231,196Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$266
CheaperTypical $165Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,832 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size1.97 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 1492 Gage Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLester 51242Lyon County
Estimated valuepricier than$486,41183% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26688% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,832 ft²67% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.97 ac81% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than197758% of homes68% of homes

About 1492 Gage Dr

How much is 1492 Gage Dr, Lester, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1492 Gage Dr, Lester, IA is $486,411 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $420,721 to $552,101. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1492 Gage Dr, Lester, IA last sell?

1492 Gage Dr, Lester, IA last sold on Aug 31, 2002 for $100,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1492 Gage Dr, Lester, IA?

1492 Gage Dr, Lester, IA has 4 bathrooms, 1,832 square feet of living space and a 1.97-acre lot.

When was 1492 Gage Dr, Lester, IA built?

1492 Gage Dr, Lester, IA was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1492 Gage Dr, Lester, IA?

1492 Gage Dr, Lester, IA is assigned to West Lyon Elementary School (elementary), rated B; West Lyon High School (high), rated B; West Lyon Junior High School (middle), rated B. All sit in West Lyon Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1492 Gage Dr, Lester, IA compare to other homes in Lester 51242?

Among the 149 homes in Lester 51242, it is worth more than 83% of them ($486,411 against a typical $231,196), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($266 against a typical $165), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,832 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (1.97 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1977 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Lyon County, it is worth more than 85% 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 1492 Gage Dr, Lester, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1492 Gage Dr, Lester, IA was $3,728. The county assessed it at $481,730.

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