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$152,487$49 / 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 86How 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 $130,000 on Dec 12, 2024

301 PLAINS ST

MIDDLETOWN, IA 52638
4
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
3,091 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$152K
$131K low$173K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$130,000 · Dec 12, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,262 (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.$142,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$116,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$152,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$142,300

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDES MOINES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
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.Garage, Detached
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.Deck · 280 ft²Patio · 346 ft²Porch · 412 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.

M
Aldo Leopold Intermediate SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 5–6 · 6.7 mi
H
Burlington Community High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.9 mi
E
Sunnyside Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 7.7 mi

District: Burlington Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52638These 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.56
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 100.25

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.246
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.26 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,924
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,077
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

301 Plains 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 71% of homes in Middletown 52638
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Middletown 52638
  • Among the largest homes in Middletown 52638
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Des Moines County
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Des Moines County

What homes are worth in Middletown 52638

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

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$63K$405K

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Middletown 52638.

How it measures up in Middletown 52638

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Middletown 52638.

Estimated value$152,487
CheaperTypical $214,247Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$49
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area3,091 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,533 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.49 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 301 Plains St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMiddletown 52638Des Moines County
Estimated valuepricier than$152,48729% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$497% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than3,091 ft²almost all homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac34% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than200176% of homes88% of homes

About 301 Plains St

How much is 301 Plains St, Middletown, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 301 Plains St, Middletown, IA is $152,487 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $131,482 to $173,492. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 301 Plains St, Middletown, IA last sell?

301 Plains St, Middletown, IA last sold on Dec 12, 2024 for $130,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 301 Plains St, Middletown, IA?

301 Plains St, Middletown, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 3,091 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 301 Plains St, Middletown, IA built?

301 Plains St, Middletown, IA was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 301 Plains St, Middletown, IA?

301 Plains St, Middletown, IA is assigned to Aldo Leopold Intermediate School (middle), rated D-; Burlington Community High School (high), rated D-; Sunnyside Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Burlington Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 301 Plains St, Middletown, IA compare to other homes in Middletown 52638?

Among the 238 homes in Middletown 52638, it is worth more than 29% of them ($152,487 against a typical $214,247), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($49 against a typical $139), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,091 ft² against a typical 1,533 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.49 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (2001 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Des Moines County, it is worth more than 51% 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 301 Plains St, Middletown, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 301 Plains St, Middletown, IA was $2,262. The county assessed it at $142,300.

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