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$273,811$148 / 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 74How 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 $115,000 on May 5, 2006

3 FRANKLIN AVE

MECHANICSVILLE, IA 52306
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,852 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.
1.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
7
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$274K
$203K low$344K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,000 · May 5, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,706 (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.$332,750 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$63,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$269,750
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$332,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$332,750

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCEDAR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.30
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Patio · 222 ft²Porch · 133 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
North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary CenterA
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.7 mi
M
North Cedar Junior/Senior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 11.6 mi

District: North Cedar Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52306These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
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.2,413
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.32 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,061
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,959
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

3 Franklin 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.

  • Worth more than 69% of homes in Mechanicsville 52306
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Mechanicsville 52306
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Cedar County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Cedar County

What homes are worth in Mechanicsville 52306

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

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$85K$645K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Mechanicsville 52306.

How it measures up in Mechanicsville 52306

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mechanicsville 52306.

Estimated value$273,811
CheaperTypical $205,461Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$148
CheaperTypical $146Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,852 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,524 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size1.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 3 Franklin Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMechanicsville 52306Cedar County
Estimated valuepricier than$273,81169% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14852% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,852 ft²77% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.3 ac65% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than190026% of homes23% of homes

About 3 Franklin Ave

How much is 3 Franklin Ave, Mechanicsville, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3 Franklin Ave, Mechanicsville, IA is $273,811 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $203,189 to $344,433. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3 Franklin Ave, Mechanicsville, IA last sell?

3 Franklin Ave, Mechanicsville, IA last sold on May 5, 2006 for $115,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3 Franklin Ave, Mechanicsville, IA?

3 Franklin Ave, Mechanicsville, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,852 square feet of living space and a 1.30-acre lot.

When was 3 Franklin Ave, Mechanicsville, IA built?

3 Franklin Ave, Mechanicsville, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3 Franklin Ave, Mechanicsville, IA?

3 Franklin Ave, Mechanicsville, IA is assigned to North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center (elementary), rated A; North Cedar Junior/Senior High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in North Cedar Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3 Franklin Ave, Mechanicsville, IA compare to other homes in Mechanicsville 52306?

Among the 701 homes in Mechanicsville 52306, it is worth more than 69% of them ($273,811 against a typical $205,461), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($148 against a typical $146), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,852 ft² against a typical 1,524 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (1.3 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1900 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Cedar County, it is worth more than 66% 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 3 Franklin Ave, Mechanicsville, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3 Franklin Ave, Mechanicsville, IA was $3,706. The county assessed it at $332,750.

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