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$198,374$172 / 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 80How 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

271 HIGHWAY 3

ALEXANDER, IA 50420
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,152 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.
37.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1967
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

$198K
$158K low$238K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,440 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$210,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$110,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$166,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$210,800

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.47
90
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
58
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
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.64 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.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.Rural Residence
CountyFRANKLIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.37.44
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.Central
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 · 168 ft²

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

E
Cal Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 5.0 mi
H
Hampton-Dumont High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.1 mi
M
Hampton-Dumont Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 13.6 mi

District: Cal Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50420These 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.166
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.320
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,979
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,928
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

271 Highway 3 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 77% of homes in Franklin County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Alexander 50420
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Alexander 50420
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Franklin County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Alexander 50420

What homes are worth in Alexander 50420

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

This home
$29K$429K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Alexander 50420.

How it measures up in Alexander 50420

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alexander 50420.

Estimated value$198,374
CheaperTypical $131,114Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $78Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,529 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size37.44 ac
SmallerTypical 1.85 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1967
OlderTypical 1932Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 271 Highway 3 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlexander 50420Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,37474% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17293% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²17% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than37.44 ac90% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than196779% of homes75% of homes

About 271 Highway 3

How much is 271 Highway 3, Alexander, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 271 Highway 3, Alexander, IA is $198,374 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $158,307 to $238,441. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 271 Highway 3, Alexander, IA last sell?

271 Highway 3, Alexander, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 271 Highway 3, Alexander, IA?

271 Highway 3, Alexander, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 37.44-acre lot.

When was 271 Highway 3, Alexander, IA built?

271 Highway 3, Alexander, IA was built in 1967, making it 59 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 271 Highway 3, Alexander, IA?

271 Highway 3, Alexander, IA is assigned to Cal Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Hampton-Dumont High School (high), rated B-; Hampton-Dumont Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Cal Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 271 Highway 3, Alexander, IA compare to other homes in Alexander 50420?

Among the 174 homes in Alexander 50420, it is worth more than 74% of them ($198,374 against a typical $131,114), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($172 against a typical $78), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,529 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (37.44 ac against a typical 1.85 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1967 against a typical 1932). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 77% 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 271 Highway 3, Alexander, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 271 Highway 3, Alexander, IA was $2,440. The county assessed it at $210,800.

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