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$203,228$142 / 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 87How 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
Last sold for $45,000 on Aug 31, 1982

255 NW 4TH ST

EARLHAM, IA 50072
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,429 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$203K
$178K low$229K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$45,000 · Aug 31, 1982

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,642 (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.$230,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$199,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$219,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$230,500

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.10 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
CountyMadison
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
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.Yes
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 234 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Earlham ElementaryA
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.1 mi
H
Earlham High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.1 mi
M
Earlham Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.1 mi

District: Earlham Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50072These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.130
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.4%
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.3,198
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.38 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,320
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,299
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.60%

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How this home compares

255 Nw 4th 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 81% of homes in Earlham 50072
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Madison County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Earlham 50072
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Earlham 50072
  • Older than 73% of homes in Madison County

What homes are worth in Earlham 50072

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

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$112K$863K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Earlham 50072.

How it measures up in Earlham 50072

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Earlham 50072.

Estimated value$203,228
CheaperTypical $326,460Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $197Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,429 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,647 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 2.75 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 255 Nw 4th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEarlham 50072Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$203,22819% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14221% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,429 ft²35% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac29% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than192030% of homes27% of homes

About 255 Nw 4th St

How much is 255 Nw 4th St, Earlham, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 Nw 4th St, Earlham, IA is $203,228 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $177,703 to $228,753. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 Nw 4th St, Earlham, IA last sell?

255 Nw 4th St, Earlham, IA last sold on Aug 31, 1982 for $45,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 255 Nw 4th St, Earlham, IA?

255 Nw 4th St, Earlham, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,429 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 255 Nw 4th St, Earlham, IA built?

255 Nw 4th St, Earlham, IA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 255 Nw 4th St, Earlham, IA?

255 Nw 4th St, Earlham, IA is assigned to Earlham Elementary (elementary), rated A; Earlham High School (high), rated A-; Earlham Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Earlham Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 Nw 4th St, Earlham, IA compare to other homes in Earlham 50072?

Among the 1,085 homes in Earlham 50072, it is worth more than 19% of them ($203,228 against a typical $326,460), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($142 against a typical $197), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,429 ft² against a typical 1,647 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 2.75 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1920 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 19% 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 255 Nw 4th St, Earlham, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 255 Nw 4th St, Earlham, IA was $3,642. The county assessed it at $230,500.

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