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$276,461$184 / 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 80How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

1504 280TH AVE

FORT MADISON, IA 52627
1.5
Baths
1,504 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.
18.95 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$276K
$222K low$331K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,050 (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.$272,740 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,520
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$236,220
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$220,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$272,740

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 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.Single Family Residence
CountyLEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.18.95
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Deck · 280 ft²Patio · 280 ft²Porch · 66 ft²

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

E
Fort Madison Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 7.3 mi
M
Fort Madison Junior/Senior High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 7.3 mi

District: Fort Madison Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52627These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.89%
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.11%
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.11,784
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.179 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,735
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,836
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

1504 280th Ave 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 90% of homes in Fort Madison 52627
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Fort Madison 52627
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Fort Madison 52627
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Fort Madison 52627

What homes are worth in Fort Madison 52627

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

This home
$28K$550K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Fort Madison 52627.

How it measures up in Fort Madison 52627

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fort Madison 52627.

Estimated value$276,461
CheaperTypical $110,019Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$184
CheaperTypical $88Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,504 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,288 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size18.95 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1941Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 1504 280th Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFort Madison 52627Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$276,46190% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18491% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,504 ft²64% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than18.95 ac97% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than198387% of homes81% of homes

About 1504 280th Ave

How much is 1504 280th Ave, Fort Madison, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1504 280th Ave, Fort Madison, IA is $276,461 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $222,215 to $330,707. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1504 280th Ave, Fort Madison, IA last sell?

1504 280th Ave, Fort Madison, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1504 280th Ave, Fort Madison, IA?

1504 280th Ave, Fort Madison, IA has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,504 square feet of living space and a 18.95-acre lot.

When was 1504 280th Ave, Fort Madison, IA built?

1504 280th Ave, Fort Madison, IA was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1504 280th Ave, Fort Madison, IA?

1504 280th Ave, Fort Madison, IA is assigned to Fort Madison Elementary School (elementary); Fort Madison Junior/Senior High School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Fort Madison Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1504 280th Ave, Fort Madison, IA compare to other homes in Fort Madison 52627?

Among the 5,153 homes in Fort Madison 52627, it is worth more than 90% of them ($276,461 against a typical $110,019), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($184 against a typical $88), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,504 ft² against a typical 1,288 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (18.95 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (1983 against a typical 1941). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 87% 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 1504 280th Ave, Fort Madison, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1504 280th Ave, Fort Madison, IA was $3,050. The county assessed it at $272,740.

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