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$188,883$159 / 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 79How 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
Last sold for $31,000 on Aug 20, 2002

279 PERRY ST

LACONA, IA 50139
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,187 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.
1.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$189K
$149K 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.$31,000 · Aug 20, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$438 (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.$83,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,450
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$46,650
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$83,100

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.41
41
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
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.
10
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.9 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.0.2 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyMarion
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Melcher-Dallas Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.2 mi
M
Melcher-Dallas High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.8 mi

District: Melcher-Dallas Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50139These 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.139
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.5.7%
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.1,463
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,749
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,539
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.59%

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How this home compares

279 Perry 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.

  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Lacona 50139
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Marion County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Marion County

What homes are worth in Lacona 50139

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

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$54K$626K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Lacona 50139.

How it measures up in Lacona 50139

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lacona 50139.

Estimated value$188,883
CheaperTypical $220,337Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$159
CheaperTypical $149Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,187 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,428 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size1.5 ac
SmallerTypical 4.45 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 279 Perry St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLacona 50139Marion County
Estimated valuepricier than$188,88339% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15955% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,187 ft²28% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.5 ac33% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than190022% of homes6% of homes

About 279 Perry St

How much is 279 Perry St, Lacona, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Perry St, Lacona, IA is $188,883 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $148,690 to $229,076. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Perry St, Lacona, IA last sell?

279 Perry St, Lacona, IA last sold on Aug 20, 2002 for $31,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 279 Perry St, Lacona, IA?

279 Perry St, Lacona, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,187 square feet of living space and a 1.50-acre lot.

When was 279 Perry St, Lacona, IA built?

279 Perry St, Lacona, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 279 Perry St, Lacona, IA?

279 Perry St, Lacona, IA is assigned to Melcher-Dallas Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Melcher-Dallas High School (middle), rated D. All sit in Melcher-Dallas Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Perry St, Lacona, IA compare to other homes in Lacona 50139?

Among the 590 homes in Lacona 50139, it is worth more than 39% of them ($188,883 against a typical $220,337), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($159 against a typical $149), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,187 ft² against a typical 1,428 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (1.5 ac against a typical 4.45 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1900 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Marion 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 279 Perry St, Lacona, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 279 Perry St, Lacona, IA was $438. The county assessed it at $83,100.

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