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$355,659$286 / 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 89How 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
Last sold for $260,500 on Aug 8, 2019

285 LENCESTER AVE

NORTH LIBERTY, IA 52317
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,244 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.
2008
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

$356K
$318K low$394K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$260,500 · Aug 8, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,732 (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.$361,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$58,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$303,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$275,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$361,300

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.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.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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyJOHNSON
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.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
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 · 120 ft²Patio · 150 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
Penn Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
H
Liberty High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
North Central Junior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Iowa City Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52317These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.1%
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.22,888
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.664 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$109,619
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,090
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.61%

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How this home compares

285 Lencester 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Johnson County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in North Liberty 52317
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in North Liberty 52317
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Johnson County

What homes are worth in North Liberty 52317

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

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$132K$803K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in North Liberty 52317.

How it measures up in North Liberty 52317

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Liberty 52317.

Estimated value$355,659
CheaperTypical $337,963Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$286
CheaperTypical $239Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,244 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built2008
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 285 Lencester Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Liberty 52317Johnson County
Estimated valuepricier than$355,65952% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28669% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,244 ft²33% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac20% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than200860% of homes73% of homes

About 285 Lencester Ave

How much is 285 Lencester Ave, North Liberty, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Lencester Ave, North Liberty, IA is $355,659 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $317,511 to $393,807. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Lencester Ave, North Liberty, IA last sell?

285 Lencester Ave, North Liberty, IA last sold on Aug 8, 2019 for $260,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 285 Lencester Ave, North Liberty, IA?

285 Lencester Ave, North Liberty, IA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,244 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 285 Lencester Ave, North Liberty, IA built?

285 Lencester Ave, North Liberty, IA was built in 2008, making it 18 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 285 Lencester Ave, North Liberty, IA?

285 Lencester Ave, North Liberty, IA is assigned to Penn Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Liberty High School (high), rated A-; North Central Junior High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Iowa City Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 285 Lencester Ave, North Liberty, IA compare to other homes in North Liberty 52317?

Among the 8,666 homes in North Liberty 52317, it is worth more than 52% of them ($355,659 against a typical $337,963), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($286 against a typical $239), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,244 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (2008 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Johnson County, it is worth more than 58% 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 285 Lencester Ave, North Liberty, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 285 Lencester Ave, North Liberty, IA was $4,732. The county assessed it at $361,300.

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