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$332,039$192 / 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 83How 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 $173,000 on Aug 26, 2013

255 1ST ST N

CENTRAL CITY, IA 52214
3
Beds
0
Baths
1,726 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$332K
$275K low$389K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$173,000 · Aug 26, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$241,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$215,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$187,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$241,200

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.A-Frame
CountyLinn
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
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.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Central City Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Central City Middle School/High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.2 mi

District: Central City Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52214These 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.145
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
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.2,881
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.30 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,897
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,119
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

255 1st St N 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 Linn County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Linn County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Central City 52214
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Central City 52214

What homes are worth in Central City 52214

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

This home
$58K$677K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Central City 52214.

How it measures up in Central City 52214

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Central City 52214.

Estimated value$332,039
CheaperTypical $238,327Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$192
CheaperTypical $186Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,726 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,432 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 1.28 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 255 1st St N ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral City 52214Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$332,03970% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19254% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,726 ft²70% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac29% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than200283% of homes78% of homes

About 255 1st St N

How much is 255 1st St N, Central City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 1st St N, Central City, IA is $332,039 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $275,167 to $388,911. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 1st St N, Central City, IA last sell?

255 1st St N, Central City, IA last sold on Aug 26, 2013 for $173,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 255 1st St N, Central City, IA?

255 1st St N, Central City, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1,726 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 255 1st St N, Central City, IA built?

255 1st St N, Central City, IA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 255 1st St N, Central City, IA?

255 1st St N, Central City, IA is assigned to Central City Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Central City Middle School/High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Central City Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 1st St N, Central City, IA compare to other homes in Central City 52214?

Among the 1,604 homes in Central City 52214, it is worth more than 70% of them ($332,039 against a typical $238,327), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($192 against a typical $186), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,726 ft² against a typical 1,432 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 1.28 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (2002 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than 72% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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