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$101,000$104 / 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 95How 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 $101,000 on Aug 28, 2026

209 MAIN ST

VAN METER, IA 50261
2
Beds
1
Baths
972 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$101K
$96K low$106K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$101,000 · Aug 28, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,420 (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.$107,070 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$64,170
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$94,540
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$107,070

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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.minimal

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyDALLAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
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.Central
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 · 70 ft²Patio · 70 ft²Porch · 90 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
Van Meter High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Van Meter Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Van Meter Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi

District: Van Meter Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50261These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.132
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,770
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,169
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$159,033
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

209 Main 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Van Meter 50261
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Van Meter 50261
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Dallas County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Van Meter 50261
  • Among the oldest homes in Dallas County

What homes are worth in Van Meter 50261

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

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$148K$1.2M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Van Meter 50261.

How it measures up in Van Meter 50261

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Van Meter 50261.

Estimated value$101,000
CheaperTypical $398,659Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$104
CheaperTypical $234Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area972 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,728 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.63 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 209 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVan Meter 50261Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$101,000almost no homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1042% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than972 ft²9% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac21% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than1880almost no homesalmost no homes

About 209 Main St

How much is 209 Main St, Van Meter, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 209 Main St, Van Meter, IA is $101,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $95,753 to $106,247. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 209 Main St, Van Meter, IA last sell?

209 Main St, Van Meter, IA last sold on Aug 28, 2026 for $101,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 209 Main St, Van Meter, IA?

209 Main St, Van Meter, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 972 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 209 Main St, Van Meter, IA built?

209 Main St, Van Meter, IA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 209 Main St, Van Meter, IA?

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

How does 209 Main St, Van Meter, IA compare to other homes in Van Meter 50261?

Among the 1,354 homes in Van Meter 50261, it is worth more than almost none of them ($101,000 against a typical $398,659), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($104 against a typical $234), it is bigger than 9% of them (972 ft² against a typical 1,728 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.63 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1880 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 3% 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 Main St, Van Meter, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 209 Main St, Van Meter, IA was $1,420. The county assessed it at $107,070.

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