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$117,616$68 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

243 N SIMPSON ST

PRESTON, IA 52069
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,736 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
7
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$118K
$93K low$142K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$8,816
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$7,053
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.93%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$108,800
ASCENTRA CU · recorded Sep 13, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,876 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$195,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$178,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$186,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$195,400

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.2 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.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
CountyJackson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 208 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.

M
Easton Valley Junior High / High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Easton Valley Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.5 mi

District: Easton Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52069These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.3%
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.1,576
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.35 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,782
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,660
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

243 N Simpson 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 85% of homes in Preston 52069
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Preston 52069
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Jackson County
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Preston 52069
  • Older than 72% of homes in Jackson County

What homes are worth in Preston 52069

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

This home
$69K$488K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Preston 52069.

How it measures up in Preston 52069

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Preston 52069.

Estimated value$117,616
CheaperTypical $189,086Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$68
CheaperTypical $126Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,736 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,570 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 243 N Simpson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePreston 52069Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$117,61615% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$686% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,736 ft²61% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac30% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than191034% of homes28% of homes

About 243 N Simpson St

How much is 243 N Simpson St, Preston, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 243 N Simpson St, Preston, IA is $117,616 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $93,135 to $142,097. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 243 N Simpson St, Preston, IA?

243 N Simpson St, Preston, IA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,736 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 243 N Simpson St, Preston, IA built?

243 N Simpson St, Preston, IA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 243 N Simpson St, Preston, IA?

243 N Simpson St, Preston, IA is assigned to Easton Valley Junior High / High School (middle), rated C+; Easton Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Easton Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 243 N Simpson St, Preston, IA compare to other homes in Preston 52069?

Among the 639 homes in Preston 52069, it is worth more than 15% of them ($117,616 against a typical $189,086), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($68 against a typical $126), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,736 ft² against a typical 1,570 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1910 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 20% 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 243 N Simpson St, Preston, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 243 N Simpson St, Preston, IA was $2,876. The county assessed it at $195,400.

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