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$103,764$180 / 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 78How 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

2870 280TH ST

DICKENS, IA 51333
2
Beds
2
Baths
576 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$104K
$80K low$127K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$330 (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.$28,460 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,360
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,130
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$28,460

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
43
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Ranch
CountyCLAY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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.Metal
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 30 ft²

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

E
Graettinger-Terril Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.8 mi
M
Graettinger-Terril Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 13.4 mi
H
Graettinger-Terril High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.4 mi

District: Graettinger-Terril Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51333These 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.137
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.441
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,240
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,236
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 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

2870 280th 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 76% of homes in Clay County
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Dickens 51333
  • Among the smallest homes in Dickens 51333
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Clay County
  • Older than 70% of homes in Clay County

What homes are worth in Dickens 51333

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

This home
$30K$519K

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Dickens 51333.

How it measures up in Dickens 51333

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dickens 51333.

Estimated value$103,764
CheaperTypical $134,519Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $88Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area576 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,538 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 4 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1937Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 2870 280th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDickens 51333Clay County
Estimated valuepricier than$103,76435% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18083% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than576 ft²almost no homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac28% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than192042% of homes30% of homes

About 2870 280th St

How much is 2870 280th St, Dickens, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2870 280th St, Dickens, IA is $103,764 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $80,490 to $127,038. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2870 280th St, Dickens, IA last sell?

2870 280th St, Dickens, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2870 280th St, Dickens, IA?

2870 280th St, Dickens, IA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 576 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 2870 280th St, Dickens, IA built?

2870 280th St, Dickens, IA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2870 280th St, Dickens, IA?

2870 280th St, Dickens, IA is assigned to Graettinger-Terril Elementary School (elementary); Graettinger-Terril Middle School (middle), rated D; Graettinger-Terril High School (high), rated D. All sit in Graettinger-Terril Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2870 280th St, Dickens, IA compare to other homes in Dickens 51333?

Among the 245 homes in Dickens 51333, it is worth more than 35% of them ($103,764 against a typical $134,519), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($180 against a typical $88), it is bigger than almost none of them (576 ft² against a typical 1,538 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (1 ac against a typical 4 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1920 against a typical 1937). Measured against all of Clay County, it is worth more than 24% 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 2870 280th St, Dickens, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2870 280th St, Dickens, IA was $330. The county assessed it at $28,460.

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