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$267,959$185 / 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 78How 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

2538 ESSEX PL

MODALE, IA 51556
2
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,450 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
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

$268K
$208K low$328K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,886 (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.$251,950 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$203,950
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$181,140
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$251,950

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.117 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
CountyHarrison
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 96 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
West Harrison Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.7 mi
M
West Harrison Middle School/High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–12 · 4.7 mi

District: West Harrison Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51556These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
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.463
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,192
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,059
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

2538 Essex Pl 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 Modale 51556
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Modale 51556
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Modale 51556

What homes are worth in Modale 51556

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

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$40K$589K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Modale 51556.

How it measures up in Modale 51556

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Modale 51556.

Estimated value$267,959
CheaperTypical $178,713Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$185
CheaperTypical $146Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,450 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,370 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 2538 Essex Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeModale 51556Harrison County
Estimated valuepricier than$267,95979% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18581% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,450 ft²60% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac76% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than197262% of homes63% of homes

About 2538 Essex Pl

How much is 2538 Essex Pl, Modale, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2538 Essex Pl, Modale, IA is $267,959 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $208,065 to $327,853. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 2538 Essex Pl, Modale, IA?

2538 Essex Pl, Modale, IA has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,450 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 2538 Essex Pl, Modale, IA built?

2538 Essex Pl, Modale, IA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2538 Essex Pl, Modale, IA?

2538 Essex Pl, Modale, IA is assigned to West Harrison Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; West Harrison Middle School/High School (middle), rated B+. All sit in West Harrison Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2538 Essex Pl, Modale, IA compare to other homes in Modale 51556?

Among the 231 homes in Modale 51556, it is worth more than 79% of them ($267,959 against a typical $178,713), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($185 against a typical $146), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,450 ft² against a typical 1,370 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (2 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1972 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Harrison County, it is worth more than 62% 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 2538 Essex Pl, Modale, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 2538 Essex Pl, Modale, IA was $1,886. The county assessed it at $251,950.

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