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$424,212$232 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $275,000 on Feb 3, 2023

29879 260TH ST

SHELL ROCK, IA 50670
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,832 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.
4.59 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$424K
$389K low$459K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Feb 3, 2023
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$159,741
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$127,793
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.64%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$226,816
DAS ACQUISITION CO LLC · recorded Aug 3, 2020
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$37,655
FIRST SECURITY BANK

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,398 (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.$201,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,920
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$194,980
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$185,870
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$201,900

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
5
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
CountyButler
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.59
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.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 245 ft²Patio · 245 ft²Porch · 210 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Shell Rock Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.0 mi
M
Waverly-Shell Rock Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 8.1 mi
H
Waverly-Shell Rock Senior High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.3 mi

District: Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50670These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,981
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.35 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,862
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,558
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

29879 260th 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 more than 92% of homes in Butler County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Butler County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Shell Rock 50670
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Shell Rock 50670
  • Older than 72% of homes in Shell Rock 50670

What homes are worth in Shell Rock 50670

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

This home
$77K$672K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Shell Rock 50670.

How it measures up in Shell Rock 50670

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shell Rock 50670.

Estimated value$424,212
CheaperTypical $252,739Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$232
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,832 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,426 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size4.59 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 29879 260th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShell Rock 50670Butler County
Estimated valuepricier than$424,21282% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23270% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,832 ft²79% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.59 ac82% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than191028% of homes31% of homes

About 29879 260th St

How much is 29879 260th St, Shell Rock, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 29879 260th St, Shell Rock, IA is $424,212 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $389,276 to $459,148. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 29879 260th St, Shell Rock, IA last sell?

29879 260th St, Shell Rock, IA last sold on Feb 3, 2023 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 29879 260th St, Shell Rock, IA?

29879 260th St, Shell Rock, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,832 square feet of living space and a 4.59-acre lot.

When was 29879 260th St, Shell Rock, IA built?

29879 260th St, Shell Rock, IA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 29879 260th St, Shell Rock, IA?

29879 260th St, Shell Rock, IA is assigned to Shell Rock Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Waverly-Shell Rock Middle School (middle), rated B+; Waverly-Shell Rock Senior High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 29879 260th St, Shell Rock, IA compare to other homes in Shell Rock 50670?

Among the 879 homes in Shell Rock 50670, it is worth more than 82% of them ($424,212 against a typical $252,739), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($232 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,832 ft² against a typical 1,426 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (4.59 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1910 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Butler County, it is worth more than 92% 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 29879 260th St, Shell Rock, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 29879 260th St, Shell Rock, IA was $2,398. The county assessed it at $201,900.

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