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$87,674$55 / 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 73How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $60,000 on Apr 25, 2023

204 WALNUT ST

CHELSEA, IA 52215
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,602 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$88K
$64K low$111K 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 · Apr 25, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$758 (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.$36,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,090
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,110
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$37,120
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$36,200

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.29 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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyTAMA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
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.None
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.Porch · 168 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

H
South Tama County High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.7 mi
E
South Tama County Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 10.8 mi
M
South Tama County Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 10.8 mi

District: South Tama County Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52215These 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.144
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.924
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,908
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,186
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

204 Walnut 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 less than 77% of homes in Tama County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Tama County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Chelsea 52215
  • Older than 76% of homes in Tama County

What homes are worth in Chelsea 52215

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

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$33K$484K

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Chelsea 52215.

How it measures up in Chelsea 52215

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chelsea 52215.

Estimated value$87,674
CheaperTypical $119,505Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$55
CheaperTypical $105Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,602 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,506 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 2.04 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1935Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 204 Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChelsea 52215Tama County
Estimated valuepricier than$87,67443% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5523% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,602 ft²58% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac21% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than190027% of homes24% of homes

About 204 Walnut St

How much is 204 Walnut St, Chelsea, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 204 Walnut St, Chelsea, IA is $87,674 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $64,189 to $111,159. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 204 Walnut St, Chelsea, IA last sell?

204 Walnut St, Chelsea, IA last sold on Apr 25, 2023 for $60,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 204 Walnut St, Chelsea, IA?

204 Walnut St, Chelsea, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,602 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 204 Walnut St, Chelsea, IA built?

204 Walnut St, Chelsea, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 204 Walnut St, Chelsea, IA?

204 Walnut St, Chelsea, IA is assigned to South Tama County High School (high), rated D-; South Tama County Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; South Tama County Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in South Tama County Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 204 Walnut St, Chelsea, IA compare to other homes in Chelsea 52215?

Among the 445 homes in Chelsea 52215, it is worth more than 43% of them ($87,674 against a typical $119,505), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($55 against a typical $105), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,602 ft² against a typical 1,506 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 2.04 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1900 against a typical 1935). Measured against all of Tama County, it is worth more than 23% 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 204 Walnut St, Chelsea, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 204 Walnut St, Chelsea, IA was $758. The county assessed it at $36,200.

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