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$258,738$155 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $250,000 on Mar 2, 2026

205 CARSS ST

LEIGHTON, IA 50143
6
Beds
2
Baths
1,673 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.
0.52 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
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

$259K
$232K low$286K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Mar 2, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,546 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$190,220 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,050
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$173,170
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$190,220
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$190,220

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.33 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyMAHASKA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.52
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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 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, 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 · 248 ft²Patio · 336 ft²Porch · 28 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Pella High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.5 mi
M
Pella Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 7.6 mi
E
Lincoln Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 8.6 mi

District: Pella Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50143These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.3%
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.496
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,502
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,386
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

205 Carss 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 79% of homes in Mahaska County
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Mahaska County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Mahaska County
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Leighton 50143

What homes are worth in Leighton 50143

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

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$81K$540K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Leighton 50143.

How it measures up in Leighton 50143

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Leighton 50143.

Estimated value$258,738
CheaperTypical $222,533Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$155
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,673 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,578 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.52 ac
SmallerTypical 2.17 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 205 Carss St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeighton 50143Mahaska County
Estimated valuepricier than$258,73862% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15559% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,673 ft²57% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.52 ac28% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than196553% of homes56% of homes

About 205 Carss St

How much is 205 Carss St, Leighton, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 205 Carss St, Leighton, IA is $258,738 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $231,678 to $285,798. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 205 Carss St, Leighton, IA last sell?

205 Carss St, Leighton, IA last sold on Mar 2, 2026 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 205 Carss St, Leighton, IA?

205 Carss St, Leighton, IA has 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,673 square feet of living space and a 0.52-acre lot.

When was 205 Carss St, Leighton, IA built?

205 Carss St, Leighton, IA was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 205 Carss St, Leighton, IA?

205 Carss St, Leighton, IA is assigned to Pella High School (high), rated A+; Pella Middle School (middle), rated A+; Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Pella Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 205 Carss St, Leighton, IA compare to other homes in Leighton 50143?

Among the 265 homes in Leighton 50143, it is worth more than 62% of them ($258,738 against a typical $222,533), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($155 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,673 ft² against a typical 1,578 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.52 ac against a typical 2.17 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1965 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Mahaska County, it is worth more than 79% 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 205 Carss St, Leighton, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 205 Carss St, Leighton, IA was $2,546. The county assessed it at $190,220.

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