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$236,131$151 / 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 82How 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
Last sold for $60,000 on Sep 1, 1999

1563 257TH ST

CALAMUS, IA 52729
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,568 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.
39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$236K
$193K low$279K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$60,000 · Sep 1, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,937 (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.$242,210 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,590
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$189,620
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$179,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$242,210

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.82 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.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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyClinton
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.39.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
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.Forced Air
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.Porch · 210 ft²

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

E
Calamus-Wheatland Elementary Attendance CenterC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.0 mi
M
Calamus-Wheatland Secondary Attendance CenterC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Calamus-Wheatland Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52729These 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.147
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.71
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.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.698
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,032
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,073
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%

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How this home compares

1563 257th 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 more than 74% of homes in Calamus 52729
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Calamus 52729
  • Among the largest lots in Clinton County
  • Older than 66% of homes in Clinton County

What homes are worth in Calamus 52729

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

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$59K$458K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Calamus 52729.

How it measures up in Calamus 52729

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Calamus 52729.

Estimated value$236,131
CheaperTypical $158,336Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $114Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,568 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,486 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size39 ac
SmallerTypical 1.95 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 1563 257th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCalamus 52729Clinton County
Estimated valuepricier than$236,13174% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15174% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,568 ft²56% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than39 ac98% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than192037% of homes34% of homes

About 1563 257th St

How much is 1563 257th St, Calamus, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1563 257th St, Calamus, IA is $236,131 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $192,976 to $279,286. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1563 257th St, Calamus, IA last sell?

1563 257th St, Calamus, IA last sold on Sep 1, 1999 for $60,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1563 257th St, Calamus, IA?

1563 257th St, Calamus, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,568 square feet of living space and a 39.00-acre lot.

When was 1563 257th St, Calamus, IA built?

1563 257th St, Calamus, IA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1563 257th St, Calamus, IA?

1563 257th St, Calamus, IA is assigned to Calamus-Wheatland Elementary Attendance Center (elementary), rated C+; Calamus-Wheatland Secondary Attendance Center (middle), rated C+. All sit in Calamus-Wheatland Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1563 257th St, Calamus, IA compare to other homes in Calamus 52729?

Among the 393 homes in Calamus 52729, it is worth more than 74% of them ($236,131 against a typical $158,336), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($151 against a typical $114), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,568 ft² against a typical 1,486 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (39 ac against a typical 1.95 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1920 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Clinton County, it is worth more than 73% 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 1563 257th St, Calamus, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1563 257th St, Calamus, IA was $1,937. The county assessed it at $242,210.

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