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$195,160$145 / 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 87How 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 $142,000 on Jul 20, 2018

301 W 9TH ST

ALTA, IA 51002
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,343 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$195K
$169K low$221K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$142,000 · Jul 20, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,814 (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.$200,970 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,840
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$185,130
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$200,970
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$200,970

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyBUENA VISTA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 122 ft²Shed · 120 ft²Patio · 285 ft²Porch · 183 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.

H
Alta-Aurelia High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Alta Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.2 mi
M
Alta-Aurelia Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 7.0 mi

District: Alta-Aurelia Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51002These 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.146
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.19%
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.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,500
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.30 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,469
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,842
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

301 W 9th 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 65% of homes in Buena Vista County
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Alta 51002
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Alta 51002
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Buena Vista County

What homes are worth in Alta 51002

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

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$54K$440K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Alta 51002.

How it measures up in Alta 51002

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alta 51002.

Estimated value$195,160
CheaperTypical $175,430Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$145
CheaperTypical $117Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,343 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,534 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 301 W 9th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlta 51002Buena Vista County
Estimated valuepricier than$195,16058% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14572% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,343 ft²34% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac43% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than196666% of homes69% of homes

About 301 W 9th St

How much is 301 W 9th St, Alta, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 301 W 9th St, Alta, IA is $195,160 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $168,893 to $221,427. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 301 W 9th St, Alta, IA last sell?

301 W 9th St, Alta, IA last sold on Jul 20, 2018 for $142,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 301 W 9th St, Alta, IA?

301 W 9th St, Alta, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,343 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 301 W 9th St, Alta, IA built?

301 W 9th St, Alta, IA was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 301 W 9th St, Alta, IA?

301 W 9th St, Alta, IA is assigned to Alta-Aurelia High School (high), rated C; Alta Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Alta-Aurelia Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Alta-Aurelia Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 301 W 9th St, Alta, IA compare to other homes in Alta 51002?

Among the 1,086 homes in Alta 51002, it is worth more than 58% of them ($195,160 against a typical $175,430), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($145 against a typical $117), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,343 ft² against a typical 1,534 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1966 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Buena Vista County, it is worth more than 65% 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 W 9th St, Alta, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 301 W 9th St, Alta, IA was $2,814. The county assessed it at $200,970.

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