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$121,452$82 / 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 72How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $127,000 on Oct 30, 2024

304 N GAINES ST

STUART, IA 50250
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,483 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1874
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$121K
$87K low$156K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$127,000 · Oct 30, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,892 (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.$120,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$106,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$83,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$120,300

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyGUTHRIE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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.Metal
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, 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.Porch · 244 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.

E
Stuart Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
West Central Valley High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
West Central Valley Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.9 mi

District: West Central Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50250These 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.139
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 100.16

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.2,264
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,402
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,909
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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%

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How this home compares

304 N Gaines 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 74% of homes in Stuart 50250
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Stuart 50250
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Stuart 50250
  • Among the oldest homes in Stuart 50250

What homes are worth in Stuart 50250

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

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$52K$498K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Stuart 50250.

How it measures up in Stuart 50250

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Stuart 50250.

Estimated value$121,452
CheaperTypical $186,308Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$82
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,483 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1874
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 304 N Gaines St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStuart 50250Guthrie County
Estimated valuepricier than$121,45226% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8220% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,483 ft²59% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac9% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than1874almost no homesalmost no homes

About 304 N Gaines St

How much is 304 N Gaines St, Stuart, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 304 N Gaines St, Stuart, IA is $121,452 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $87,134 to $155,770. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 304 N Gaines St, Stuart, IA last sell?

304 N Gaines St, Stuart, IA last sold on Oct 30, 2024 for $127,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 304 N Gaines St, Stuart, IA?

304 N Gaines St, Stuart, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,483 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 304 N Gaines St, Stuart, IA built?

304 N Gaines St, Stuart, IA was built in 1874, making it 152 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 304 N Gaines St, Stuart, IA?

304 N Gaines St, Stuart, IA is assigned to Stuart Elementary School (elementary); West Central Valley High School (high), rated C; West Central Valley Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in West Central Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 304 N Gaines St, Stuart, IA compare to other homes in Stuart 50250?

Among the 1,123 homes in Stuart 50250, it is worth more than 26% of them ($121,452 against a typical $186,308), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($82 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,483 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1874 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Guthrie County, it is worth more than 32% 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 304 N Gaines St, Stuart, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 304 N Gaines St, Stuart, IA was $1,892. The county assessed it at $120,300.

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