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$127,315$118 / 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 84How 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 $80,000 on Jul 20, 2022

305 4TH ST S

SWALEDALE, IA 50477
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,079 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$127K
$107K low$147K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · Jul 20, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,452 (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.$87,550 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,830
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$83,720
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$80,780
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$87,550

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.31
24
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
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.
5
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.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Contemporary
CountyCERRO GORDO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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 · 100 ft²Patio · 226 ft²Porch · 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 Fork Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.3 mi
E
West Fork Elementary at RockwellC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.3 mi
H
West Fork High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.4 mi

District: West Fork Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50477These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.74%
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.8.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.254
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,475
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,127
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

305 4th St S 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 75% of homes in Cerro Gordo County
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Cerro Gordo County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Swaledale 50477
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Swaledale 50477
  • Older than 77% of homes in Cerro Gordo County

What homes are worth in Swaledale 50477

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

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$54K$663K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Swaledale 50477.

How it measures up in Swaledale 50477

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swaledale 50477.

Estimated value$127,315
CheaperTypical $162,532Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$118
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,079 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,426 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1939Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 305 4th St S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwaledale 50477Cerro Gordo County
Estimated valuepricier than$127,31536% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11853% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,079 ft²20% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac2% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than192048% of homes23% of homes

About 305 4th St S

How much is 305 4th St S, Swaledale, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 305 4th St S, Swaledale, IA is $127,315 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $107,427 to $147,203. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 305 4th St S, Swaledale, IA last sell?

305 4th St S, Swaledale, IA last sold on Jul 20, 2022 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 305 4th St S, Swaledale, IA?

305 4th St S, Swaledale, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,079 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 305 4th St S, Swaledale, IA built?

305 4th St S, Swaledale, IA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 305 4th St S, Swaledale, IA?

305 4th St S, Swaledale, IA is assigned to West Fork Middle School (middle), rated A-; West Fork Elementary at Rockwell (elementary), rated C; West Fork High School (high), rated B. All sit in West Fork Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 305 4th St S, Swaledale, IA compare to other homes in Swaledale 50477?

Among the 137 homes in Swaledale 50477, it is worth more than 36% of them ($127,315 against a typical $162,532), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($118 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,079 ft² against a typical 1,426 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1920 against a typical 1939). Measured against all of Cerro Gordo County, it is worth more than 25% 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 305 4th St S, Swaledale, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 305 4th St S, Swaledale, IA was $1,452. The county assessed it at $87,550.

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