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2985 245TH ST

ELGIN, IA 52141
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,340 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.
107.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,856 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$172,240 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$119,430
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$52,810
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$178,590
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$178,650

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Rural Residence
CountyFAYETTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.107.56
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.DeckPorch · 128 ft²

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

E
Valley Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
M
North Fayette Valley Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
North Fayette Valley High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.1 mi

District: North Fayette Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52141These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.7%
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.1,484
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.19 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,881
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,229
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

2985 245th 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Elgin 52141
  • Older than 95% of homes in Fayette County

How it measures up in Elgin 52141

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elgin 52141.

Living area1,340 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size107.56 ac
SmallerTypical 1.16 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 2985 245th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElgin 52141Fayette County
Living areabigger than1,340 ft²36% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than107.56 ac95% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than189010% of homes5% of homes

About 2985 245th St

When did 2985 245th St, Elgin, IA last sell?

2985 245th St, Elgin, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2985 245th St, Elgin, IA?

2985 245th St, Elgin, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,340 square feet of living space and a 107.56-acre lot.

When was 2985 245th St, Elgin, IA built?

2985 245th St, Elgin, IA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2985 245th St, Elgin, IA?

2985 245th St, Elgin, IA is assigned to Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; North Fayette Valley Middle School (middle), rated B-; North Fayette Valley High School (high), rated B-. All sit in North Fayette Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2985 245th St, Elgin, IA compare to other homes in Elgin 52141?

Among the 663 homes in Elgin 52141, it is bigger than 36% of them (1,340 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (107.56 ac against a typical 1.16 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1890 against a typical 1951). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 2985 245th St, Elgin, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2985 245th St, Elgin, IA was $1,856. The county assessed it at $172,240.

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