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$205,149$107 / 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 70How 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 $46,000 on Oct 21, 2014

3 RUTH ST

WEST BEND, IA 50597
1
Baths
1,920 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.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$205K
$144K low$266K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$46,000 · Oct 21, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$550 (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.$38,460 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$38,460
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$25,270
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$38,460

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyPALO ALTO
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 60 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.

M
West Bend-Mallard Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.3 mi
H
West Bend-Mallard High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi
E
West Bend-Mallard Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 6.3 mi

District: West Bend-Mallard Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50597These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,277
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,942
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,556
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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 Ruth 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 72% of homes in Palo Alto County
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Palo Alto County
  • Older than 78% of homes in West Bend 50597

What homes are worth in West Bend 50597

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

This home
$31K$507K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in West Bend 50597.

How it measures up in West Bend 50597

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Bend 50597.

Estimated value$205,149
CheaperTypical $152,753Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$107
CheaperTypical $100Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,504 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 3 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Bend 50597Palo Alto County
Estimated valuepricier than$205,14970% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10754% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,920 ft²76% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than190022% of homes25% of homes

About 3 Ruth St

How much is 3 Ruth St, West Bend, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3 Ruth St, West Bend, IA is $205,149 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $144,124 to $266,174. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3 Ruth St, West Bend, IA last sell?

3 Ruth St, West Bend, IA last sold on Oct 21, 2014 for $46,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3 Ruth St, West Bend, IA?

3 Ruth St, West Bend, IA has 1 bathrooms and 1,920 square feet of living space.

When was 3 Ruth St, West Bend, IA built?

3 Ruth St, West Bend, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3 Ruth St, West Bend, IA?

3 Ruth St, West Bend, IA is assigned to West Bend-Mallard Middle School (middle), rated C+; West Bend-Mallard High School (high), rated C; West Bend-Mallard Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in West Bend-Mallard Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3 Ruth St, West Bend, IA compare to other homes in West Bend 50597?

Among the 570 homes in West Bend 50597, it is worth more than 70% of them ($205,149 against a typical $152,753), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($107 against a typical $100), it is bigger than 76% of them (1,920 ft² against a typical 1,504 ft²) and it is newer than 22% of them (1900 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Palo Alto County, it is worth more than 72% 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 Ruth St, West Bend, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3 Ruth St, West Bend, IA was $550. The county assessed it at $38,460.

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