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$128,761$86 / 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 79How 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

209 E 4TH ST

SPENCER, IA 51301
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,490 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$129K
$101K low$156K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,438 (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.$104,830 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$84,430
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$99,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$104,830

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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyCLAY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 89 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.

H
Spencer High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Fairview Park Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 0.8 mi
M
Spencer Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Spencer Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51301These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
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.91%
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.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,636
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.80 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,520
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,070
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 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

209 E 4th 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 66% of homes in Spencer 51301
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Spencer 51301
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Clay County
  • Older than 73% of homes in Spencer 51301

What homes are worth in Spencer 51301

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

This home
$47K$517K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Spencer 51301.

How it measures up in Spencer 51301

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Spencer 51301.

Estimated value$128,761
CheaperTypical $162,626Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$86
CheaperTypical $128Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,490 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,357 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 209 E 4th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpencer 51301Clay County
Estimated valuepricier than$128,76134% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8620% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,490 ft²59% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac26% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than193027% of homes34% of homes

About 209 E 4th St

How much is 209 E 4th St, Spencer, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 209 E 4th St, Spencer, IA is $128,761 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $101,339 to $156,183. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 209 E 4th St, Spencer, IA last sell?

209 E 4th St, Spencer, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 209 E 4th St, Spencer, IA?

209 E 4th St, Spencer, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,490 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 209 E 4th St, Spencer, IA built?

209 E 4th St, Spencer, IA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 209 E 4th St, Spencer, IA?

209 E 4th St, Spencer, IA is assigned to Spencer High School (high), rated B+; Fairview Park Elementary School (elementary); Spencer Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Spencer Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 209 E 4th St, Spencer, IA compare to other homes in Spencer 51301?

Among the 5,011 homes in Spencer 51301, it is worth more than 34% of them ($128,761 against a typical $162,626), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($86 against a typical $128), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,490 ft² against a typical 1,357 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1930 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Clay County, it is worth more than 40% 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 209 E 4th St, Spencer, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 209 E 4th St, Spencer, IA was $1,438. The county assessed it at $104,830.

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