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$903,867$209 / ft²
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Last sold for $460,000 on Sep 19, 2007

280 PROSPECT ST SW

LE MARS, IA 51031
5
Beds
9 / 5
Baths
4,330 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.
1.61 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
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

$904K
$722K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$460,000 · Sep 19, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,186 (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.$819,890 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$84,880
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$735,010
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$758,470
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$819,890

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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyPlymouth
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.61
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 792 ft²Porch · 685 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Kluckhohn Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Le Mars Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Le Mars High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Le Mars Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51031These 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.124
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 100.21

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
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.13,284
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.60 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,876
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,377
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.27 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

280 Prospect St Sw 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Le Mars 51031
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Le Mars 51031
  • Among the largest homes in Le Mars 51031
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Le Mars 51031
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Le Mars 51031

What homes are worth in Le Mars 51031

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

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$80K$640K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Le Mars 51031.

How it measures up in Le Mars 51031

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Le Mars 51031.

Estimated value$903,867
CheaperTypical $255,770Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$209
CheaperTypical $175Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area4,330 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,502 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1.61 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 280 Prospect St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLe Mars 51031Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$903,867almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20967% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than4,330 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than1.61 ac82% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than198872% of homes72% of homes

About 280 Prospect St Sw

How much is 280 Prospect St Sw, Le Mars, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 280 Prospect St Sw, Le Mars, IA is $903,867 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $721,848 to $1,085,886. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 280 Prospect St Sw, Le Mars, IA last sell?

280 Prospect St Sw, Le Mars, IA last sold on Sep 19, 2007 for $460,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 280 Prospect St Sw, Le Mars, IA?

280 Prospect St Sw, Le Mars, IA has 5 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, 4,330 square feet of living space and a 1.61-acre lot.

When was 280 Prospect St Sw, Le Mars, IA built?

280 Prospect St Sw, Le Mars, IA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 280 Prospect St Sw, Le Mars, IA?

280 Prospect St Sw, Le Mars, IA is assigned to Kluckhohn Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Le Mars Middle School (middle), rated A-; Le Mars High School (high), rated A. All sit in Le Mars Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 280 Prospect St Sw, Le Mars, IA compare to other homes in Le Mars 51031?

Among the 4,582 homes in Le Mars 51031, it is worth more than almost all of them ($903,867 against a typical $255,770), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($209 against a typical $175), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,330 ft² against a typical 1,502 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (1.61 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1988 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than almost all 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 280 Prospect St Sw, Le Mars, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 280 Prospect St Sw, Le Mars, IA was $10,186. The county assessed it at $819,890.

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