Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $27,500 on Mar 29, 2021
185 FRONT ST
POSTVILLE, IA 52162
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,276 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1888
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$27,500 · Mar 29, 2021
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,806 (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.$105,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$89,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$92,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$105,000
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyALLAMAKEE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1899
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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, 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 · 242 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.
EH
Cora B Darling Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
John R Mott Jr/High SchoolB
High · Grades 7–12 · 0.4 mi
District: Postville Community School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 52162These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
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.92%
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.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,530
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,152
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,470
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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
185 Front 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.
- Bigger than 90% of homes in Allamakee County
- Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Allamakee County
- Older than 92% of homes in Postville 52162
How it measures up in Postville 52162
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Postville 52162.
Living area2,276 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,528 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 88% of homes nearby
Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.38 acBigger
Bigger than 35% of homes nearby
Year built1888
OlderTypical 1932Newer
Newer than 8% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Postville 52162 | Allamakee County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,276 ft² | 88% of homes | 90% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.24 ac | 35% of homes | 34% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1888 | 8% of homes | 8% of homes |
About 185 Front St
When did 185 Front St, Postville, IA last sell?
185 Front St, Postville, IA last sold on Mar 29, 2021 for $27,500, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 185 Front St, Postville, IA?
185 Front St, Postville, IA has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,276 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.
When was 185 Front St, Postville, IA built?
185 Front St, Postville, IA was built in 1888, making it 138 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 185 Front St, Postville, IA?
185 Front St, Postville, IA is assigned to Cora B Darling Elementary School (elementary), rated D; John R Mott Jr/High School (high), rated B. All sit in Postville Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 185 Front St, Postville, IA compare to other homes in Postville 52162?
Among the 1,139 homes in Postville 52162, it is bigger than 88% of them (2,276 ft² against a typical 1,528 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.38 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1888 against a typical 1932). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 185 Front St, Postville, IA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 185 Front St, Postville, IA was $1,806. The county assessed it at $105,000.
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- 187 Front St0.23 ac · Sold Jan 1900
Closest homes
- 187 Front St71 ft · 0.23 ac · Sold Jan 1900
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- 184 Front St$21K169 ft · 1 bd · 1 ba · 471 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 190 Front St$46K182 ft · 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,336 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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