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$98,012$55 / 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 73How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

2779 251ST AVE

MONTROSE, IA 52639
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,768 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.
1.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$98K
$72K low$124K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,304 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$201,950 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,180
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$180,770
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$201,950
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$201,950

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.23
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 With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 224 ft²Patio · 466 ft²

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

M
Central Lee Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.8 mi
E
Central Lee Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.8 mi
H
Central Lee High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.9 mi

District: Central Lee Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52639These 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.111
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 100.23

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,897
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.42 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,119
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,191
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

2779 251st Ave 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 80% of homes in Montrose 52639
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Montrose 52639
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Montrose 52639
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Lee County
  • Older than 70% of homes in Montrose 52639

What homes are worth in Montrose 52639

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

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$45K$563K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Montrose 52639.

How it measures up in Montrose 52639

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montrose 52639.

Estimated value$98,012
CheaperTypical $160,208Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$55
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,320 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size1.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.86 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 2779 251st Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontrose 52639Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$98,01220% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$556% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,768 ft²79% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.23 ac57% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than195530% of homes55% of homes

About 2779 251st Ave

How much is 2779 251st Ave, Montrose, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2779 251st Ave, Montrose, IA is $98,012 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $71,808 to $124,216. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2779 251st Ave, Montrose, IA last sell?

2779 251st Ave, Montrose, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2779 251st Ave, Montrose, IA?

2779 251st Ave, Montrose, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,768 square feet of living space and a 1.23-acre lot.

When was 2779 251st Ave, Montrose, IA built?

2779 251st Ave, Montrose, IA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2779 251st Ave, Montrose, IA?

2779 251st Ave, Montrose, IA is assigned to Central Lee Middle School (middle), rated C+; Central Lee Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Central Lee High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Central Lee Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2779 251st Ave, Montrose, IA compare to other homes in Montrose 52639?

Among the 871 homes in Montrose 52639, it is worth more than 20% of them ($98,012 against a typical $160,208), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($55 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,768 ft² against a typical 1,320 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (1.23 ac against a typical 0.86 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1955 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 38% 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 2779 251st Ave, Montrose, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2779 251st Ave, Montrose, IA was $2,304. The county assessed it at $201,950.

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