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$84,524$65 / 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 58How 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 $116,294 on Feb 8, 2011

302 BROWN ST

RUNNELLS, IA 50237
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,298 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.
0.67 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1908
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$85K
$49K low$120K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$116,294 · Feb 8, 2011
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.99%
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.$85,000
LEGACY BANK · recorded Jan 6, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,508 (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.$158,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$113,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$143,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$158,900

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.45
60
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.67
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.Central
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 · 208 ft²Porch · 64 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Runnells ElementaryA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Southeast Polk Junior HighC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 7.3 mi
H
Southeast Polk High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.5 mi

District: Southeast Polk Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50237These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
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.4,926
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.78 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,034
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,188
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

302 Brown 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Runnells 50237
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Runnells 50237
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Runnells 50237
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Polk County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Runnells 50237

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

This home
$146K$905K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Runnells 50237.

How it measures up in Runnells 50237

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Runnells 50237.

Estimated value$84,524
CheaperTypical $437,238Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$65
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,298 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,651 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.67 ac
SmallerTypical 2.1 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1908
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 302 Brown St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRunnells 50237Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$84,524almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$65almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,298 ft²25% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.67 ac14% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than19086% of homes4% of homes

About 302 Brown St

How much is 302 Brown St, Runnells, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 302 Brown St, Runnells, IA is $84,524 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $48,882 to $120,166. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 302 Brown St, Runnells, IA last sell?

302 Brown St, Runnells, IA last sold on Feb 8, 2011 for $116,294, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 302 Brown St, Runnells, IA?

302 Brown St, Runnells, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,298 square feet of living space and a 0.67-acre lot.

When was 302 Brown St, Runnells, IA built?

302 Brown St, Runnells, IA was built in 1908, making it 118 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 302 Brown St, Runnells, IA?

302 Brown St, Runnells, IA is assigned to Runnells Elementary (elementary), rated A; Southeast Polk Junior High (middle), rated C+; Southeast Polk High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Southeast Polk Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 302 Brown St, Runnells, IA compare to other homes in Runnells 50237?

Among the 1,246 homes in Runnells 50237, it is worth more than almost none of them ($84,524 against a typical $437,238), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($65 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,298 ft² against a typical 1,651 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.67 ac against a typical 2.1 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1908 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than almost no 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 302 Brown St, Runnells, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 302 Brown St, Runnells, IA was $2,508. The county assessed it at $158,900.

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