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$243,521$148 / 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 89How 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 $148,500 on Nov 15, 2019

203 N AMES ST

MARCUS, IA 51035
3
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,650 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$244K
$218K low$269K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$148,500 · Nov 15, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,016 (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.$161,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,820
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$152,580
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$151,520
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$161,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCHEROKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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 · 186 ft²Patio · 186 ft²Porch · 109 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
Marcus Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.4 mi
H
MMCRU High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51035These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,799
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,026
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,327
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 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

203 N Ames 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 77% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Marcus 51035

What homes are worth in Marcus 51035

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

This home
$37K$488K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Marcus 51035.

How it measures up in Marcus 51035

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Marcus 51035.

Estimated value$243,521
CheaperTypical $172,730Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$148
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,650 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,574 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1935Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 203 N Ames St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarcus 51035Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$243,52172% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14869% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,650 ft²57% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac10% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than195160% of homes55% of homes

About 203 N Ames St

How much is 203 N Ames St, Marcus, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 203 N Ames St, Marcus, IA is $243,521 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $217,645 to $269,397. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 203 N Ames St, Marcus, IA last sell?

203 N Ames St, Marcus, IA last sold on Nov 15, 2019 for $148,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 203 N Ames St, Marcus, IA?

203 N Ames St, Marcus, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,650 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 203 N Ames St, Marcus, IA built?

203 N Ames St, Marcus, IA was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 203 N Ames St, Marcus, IA?

203 N Ames St, Marcus, IA is assigned to Marcus Elementary School (elementary), rated D; MMCRU High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 203 N Ames St, Marcus, IA compare to other homes in Marcus 51035?

Among the 755 homes in Marcus 51035, it is worth more than 72% of them ($243,521 against a typical $172,730), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($148 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,650 ft² against a typical 1,574 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1951 against a typical 1935). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 77% 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 203 N Ames St, Marcus, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 203 N Ames St, Marcus, IA was $2,016. The county assessed it at $161,400.

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