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$176,360$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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $116,000 on Jan 7, 2019

1530 JAMES DR

MARION, IA 52302
3
Beds
2
Baths
960 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.
1956
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$176K
$162K low$190K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$116,000 · Jan 7, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,508 (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.$168,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$149,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$153,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$168,500

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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountyLINN
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)
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.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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 180 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Vernon Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Longfellow Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.8 mi
H
Marion High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Marion Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52302These 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.64
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
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.43,355
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.595 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,692
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,460
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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%

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How this home compares

1530 James 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 less than 85% of homes in Marion 52302
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Linn County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Marion 52302
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Marion 52302
  • Older than 88% of homes in Marion 52302

What homes are worth in Marion 52302

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

This home
$114K$669K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Marion 52302.

How it measures up in Marion 52302

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Marion 52302.

Estimated value$176,360
CheaperTypical $281,591Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$184
CheaperTypical $199Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,447 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 1530 James Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarion 52302Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$176,36015% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18439% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²10% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac11% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than195612% of homes29% of homes

About 1530 James Dr

How much is 1530 James Dr, Marion, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1530 James Dr, Marion, IA is $176,360 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $162,427 to $190,293. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1530 James Dr, Marion, IA last sell?

1530 James Dr, Marion, IA last sold on Jan 7, 2019 for $116,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1530 James Dr, Marion, IA?

1530 James Dr, Marion, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 1530 James Dr, Marion, IA built?

1530 James Dr, Marion, IA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1530 James Dr, Marion, IA?

1530 James Dr, Marion, IA is assigned to Vernon Middle School (middle), rated C; Longfellow Elementary School (elementary); Marion High School (high), rated C. All sit in Marion Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1530 James Dr, Marion, IA compare to other homes in Marion 52302?

Among the 16,273 homes in Marion 52302, it is worth more than 15% of them ($176,360 against a typical $281,591), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($184 against a typical $199), it is bigger than 10% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,447 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1956 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than 25% 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 1530 James Dr, Marion, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1530 James Dr, Marion, IA was $2,508. The county assessed it at $168,500.

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