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$140,284$59 / 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 88How 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 $150,000 on May 1, 1997

1823 255TH ST

CALAMUS, IA 52729
6
Beds
5 / 1
Baths
2,380 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.
10.81 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$140K
$123K low$158K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · May 1, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,193 (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.$215,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,980
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$200,320
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$195,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$215,300

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.8 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.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.10.81
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Metal 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.Forced Air
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
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 · 336 ft²Patio · 392 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 · 1.4 mi
M
Calamus-Wheatland Secondary Attendance CenterC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 5.5 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

1823 255th 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Calamus 52729
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Clinton County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Clinton County
  • Older than 91% 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.

This home
$59K$458K

This home is worth more than 39% 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$140,284
CheaperTypical $158,300Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$59
CheaperTypical $114Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area2,380 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,488 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size10.81 ac
SmallerTypical 1.89 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 1823 255th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCalamus 52729Clinton County
Estimated valuepricier than$140,28439% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$595% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than2,380 ft²90% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10.81 ac84% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than189011% of homes9% of homes

About 1823 255th St

How much is 1823 255th St, Calamus, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1823 255th St, Calamus, IA is $140,284 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $122,972 to $157,596. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1823 255th St, Calamus, IA last sell?

1823 255th St, Calamus, IA last sold on May 1, 1997 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1823 255th St, Calamus, IA?

1823 255th St, Calamus, IA has 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2,380 square feet of living space and a 10.81-acre lot.

When was 1823 255th St, Calamus, IA built?

1823 255th St, Calamus, IA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1823 255th St, Calamus, IA?

1823 255th 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 1823 255th St, Calamus, IA compare to other homes in Calamus 52729?

Among the 393 homes in Calamus 52729, it is worth more than 39% of them ($140,284 against a typical $158,300), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($59 against a typical $114), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,380 ft² against a typical 1,488 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (10.81 ac against a typical 1.89 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1890 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Clinton County, it is worth more than 41% 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 1823 255th St, Calamus, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1823 255th St, Calamus, IA was $2,193. The county assessed it at $215,300.

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