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$118,839$81 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

281 BENCH ST

LANSING, IA 52151
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,474 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1888
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$119K
$109K low$128K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,086 (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.$93,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$68,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$73,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$93,200

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.76 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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
CountyALLAMAKEE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1899
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.None
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, Detached
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 · 240 ft²Porch · 88 ft²

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

H
Kee High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Lansing Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.3 mi
E
New Albin Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 9.5 mi

District: Eastern Allamakee Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52151These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
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.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,026
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,716
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,843
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

281 Bench 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 93% of homes in Lansing 52151
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Lansing 52151
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Allamakee County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Allamakee County

What homes are worth in Lansing 52151

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

This home
$87K$625K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Lansing 52151.

How it measures up in Lansing 52151

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lansing 52151.

Estimated value$118,839
CheaperTypical $278,546Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$81
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,474 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,378 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.62 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1888
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 281 Bench St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLansing 52151Allamakee County
Estimated valuepricier than$118,8397% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$813% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,474 ft²57% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac26% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than188813% of homes9% of homes

About 281 Bench St

How much is 281 Bench St, Lansing, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Bench St, Lansing, IA is $118,839 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $109,350 to $128,328. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Bench St, Lansing, IA last sell?

281 Bench St, Lansing, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Bench St, Lansing, IA?

281 Bench St, Lansing, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,474 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 281 Bench St, Lansing, IA built?

281 Bench St, Lansing, IA was built in 1888, making it 138 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Bench St, Lansing, IA?

281 Bench St, Lansing, IA is assigned to Kee High School (high), rated A; Lansing Middle School (middle), rated A-; New Albin Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Eastern Allamakee Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Bench St, Lansing, IA compare to other homes in Lansing 52151?

Among the 1,397 homes in Lansing 52151, it is worth more than 7% of them ($118,839 against a typical $278,546), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($81 against a typical $202), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,474 ft² against a typical 1,378 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.62 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1888 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Allamakee County, it is worth more than 21% 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 281 Bench St, Lansing, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Bench St, Lansing, IA was $1,086. The county assessed it at $93,200.

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