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$199,355$101 / 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 85How 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

2138 278TH ST

CALAMUS, IA 52729
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,970 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.
40 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$199K
$169K low$229K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,368 (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.$314,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$103,460
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$211,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$314,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$314,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.51
64
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyCLINTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.40.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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 · 152 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
Calamus-Wheatland Elementary Attendance CenterC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 5.6 mi
M
Calamus-Wheatland Secondary Attendance CenterC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 9.6 mi

District: Calamus-Wheatland Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52729These 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.147
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.71
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
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.698
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,032
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,073
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

2138 278th 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 72% of homes in Calamus 52729
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Clinton County
  • Among the largest lots in Calamus 52729

What homes are worth in Calamus 52729

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

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$61K$431K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Calamus 52729.

How it measures up in Calamus 52729

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Calamus 52729.

Estimated value$199,355
CheaperTypical $154,051Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$101
CheaperTypical $109Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area1,970 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,503 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size40 ac
SmallerTypical 1.95 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 2138 278th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCalamus 52729Clinton County
Estimated valuepricier than$199,35572% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10142% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,970 ft²75% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than40 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than194949% of homes46% of homes

About 2138 278th St

How much is 2138 278th St, Calamus, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2138 278th St, Calamus, IA is $199,355 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $169,301 to $229,409. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2138 278th St, Calamus, IA last sell?

2138 278th St, Calamus, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2138 278th St, Calamus, IA?

2138 278th St, Calamus, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,970 square feet of living space and a 40.00-acre lot.

When was 2138 278th St, Calamus, IA built?

2138 278th St, Calamus, IA was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2138 278th St, Calamus, IA?

2138 278th St, Calamus, IA is assigned to Calamus-Wheatland Elementary Attendance Center (elementary), rated C+; Calamus-Wheatland Secondary Attendance Center (middle), rated C-. All sit in Calamus-Wheatland Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2138 278th St, Calamus, IA compare to other homes in Calamus 52729?

Among the 394 homes in Calamus 52729, it is worth more than 72% of them ($199,355 against a typical $154,051), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($101 against a typical $109), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,970 ft² against a typical 1,503 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (40 ac against a typical 1.95 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1949 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Clinton County, it is worth more than 64% 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 2138 278th St, Calamus, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2138 278th St, Calamus, IA was $3,368. The county assessed it at $314,500.

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