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$435,224$137 / 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 85How 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 $365,000 on Oct 28, 2024

1884 278TH ST

OSKALOOSA, IA 52577
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,168 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.
1.82 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$435K
$370K low$500K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$365,000 · Oct 28, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,126 (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.$360,320 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$38,210
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$322,110
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$333,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$360,320

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMAHASKA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.82
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
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.Porch · 120 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
Oskaloosa Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.3 mi
M
Oskaloosa Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.1 mi
H
Oskaloosa High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi

District: Oskaloosa Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52577These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,938
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.92 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,724
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,233
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

1884 278th 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 97% of homes in Oskaloosa 52577
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Mahaska County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Oskaloosa 52577
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Oskaloosa 52577
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Oskaloosa 52577

What homes are worth in Oskaloosa 52577

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

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$37K$480K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Oskaloosa 52577.

How it measures up in Oskaloosa 52577

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Oskaloosa 52577.

Estimated value$435,224
CheaperTypical $159,053Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$137
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area3,168 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,382 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size1.82 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 1884 278th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOskaloosa 52577Mahaska County
Estimated valuepricier than$435,22497% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13763% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than3,168 ft²98% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.82 ac83% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than198174% of homes73% of homes

About 1884 278th St

How much is 1884 278th St, Oskaloosa, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1884 278th St, Oskaloosa, IA is $435,224 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $369,959 to $500,489. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1884 278th St, Oskaloosa, IA last sell?

1884 278th St, Oskaloosa, IA last sold on Oct 28, 2024 for $365,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1884 278th St, Oskaloosa, IA?

1884 278th St, Oskaloosa, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,168 square feet of living space and a 1.82-acre lot.

When was 1884 278th St, Oskaloosa, IA built?

1884 278th St, Oskaloosa, IA was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1884 278th St, Oskaloosa, IA?

1884 278th St, Oskaloosa, IA is assigned to Oskaloosa Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Oskaloosa Middle School (middle), rated A-; Oskaloosa High School (high), rated B. All sit in Oskaloosa Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1884 278th St, Oskaloosa, IA compare to other homes in Oskaloosa 52577?

Among the 5,592 homes in Oskaloosa 52577, it is worth more than 97% of them ($435,224 against a typical $159,053), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($137 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,168 ft² against a typical 1,382 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (1.82 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1981 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Mahaska County, it is worth more than 97% 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 1884 278th St, Oskaloosa, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1884 278th St, Oskaloosa, IA was $4,126. The county assessed it at $360,320.

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