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$133,014$138 / 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 72How 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 $62,000 on Jan 28, 2015

1508 FRANKLIN AVE

CHARITON, IA 50049
1
Baths
964 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$133K
$96K low$170K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$62,000 · Jan 28, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,066 (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.$125,491 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,016
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$109,475
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$105,246
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$125,491

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
54
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
15
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyLucas
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
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.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.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 315 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.

E
Columbus Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.3 mi
H
Chariton High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Chariton Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Chariton Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50049These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.6,386
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.31 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,782
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,821
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.59%

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How this home compares

1508 Franklin 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.

  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Chariton 50049
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Lucas County
  • Older than 66% of homes in Lucas County

What homes are worth in Chariton 50049

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

This home
$36K$509K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Chariton 50049.

How it measures up in Chariton 50049

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chariton 50049.

Estimated value$133,014
CheaperTypical $151,859Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area964 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 1508 Franklin Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChariton 50049Lucas County
Estimated valuepricier than$133,01442% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13858% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than964 ft²20% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac37% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than190036% of homes34% of homes

About 1508 Franklin Ave

How much is 1508 Franklin Ave, Chariton, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1508 Franklin Ave, Chariton, IA is $133,014 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $96,138 to $169,890. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1508 Franklin Ave, Chariton, IA last sell?

1508 Franklin Ave, Chariton, IA last sold on Jan 28, 2015 for $62,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1508 Franklin Ave, Chariton, IA?

1508 Franklin Ave, Chariton, IA has 1 bathrooms, 964 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 1508 Franklin Ave, Chariton, IA built?

1508 Franklin Ave, Chariton, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1508 Franklin Ave, Chariton, IA?

1508 Franklin Ave, Chariton, IA is assigned to Columbus Elementary School (elementary); Chariton High School (high), rated C+; Chariton Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Chariton Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1508 Franklin Ave, Chariton, IA compare to other homes in Chariton 50049?

Among the 3,154 homes in Chariton 50049, it is worth more than 42% of them ($133,014 against a typical $151,859), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($138 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 20% of them (964 ft² against a typical 1,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1900 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Lucas County, it is worth more than 39% 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 1508 Franklin Ave, Chariton, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1508 Franklin Ave, Chariton, IA was $2,066. The county assessed it at $125,491.

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