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$124,304$103 / 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 82How 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 $57,000 on Jul 11, 2007

305 5TH ST SW

WEST BEND, IA 50597
2.5
Baths
1,206 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$124K
$102K 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.$57,000 · Jul 11, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,252 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$117,950 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,310
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$108,640
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$117,950
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$117,950

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPALO ALTO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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 · 96 ft²Porch · 96 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
West Bend-Mallard Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.1 mi
H
West Bend-Mallard High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.1 mi
E
West Bend-Mallard Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.1 mi

District: West Bend-Mallard Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50597These 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.83
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 100.15

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
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.1,277
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,942
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,556
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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 5th St Sw 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.

  • Smaller than 76% of homes in West Bend 50597
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Palo Alto County

What homes are worth in West Bend 50597

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

This home
$31K$507K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in West Bend 50597.

How it measures up in West Bend 50597

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Bend 50597.

Estimated value$124,304
CheaperTypical $152,753Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$103
CheaperTypical $100Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,206 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,513 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 305 5th St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Bend 50597Palo Alto County
Estimated valuepricier than$124,30439% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10352% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,206 ft²24% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac12% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than195150% of homes54% of homes

About 305 5th St Sw

How much is 305 5th St Sw, West Bend, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 305 5th St Sw, West Bend, IA is $124,304 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $101,997 to $146,611. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 305 5th St Sw, West Bend, IA last sell?

305 5th St Sw, West Bend, IA last sold on Jul 11, 2007 for $57,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 305 5th St Sw, West Bend, IA?

305 5th St Sw, West Bend, IA has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,206 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 305 5th St Sw, West Bend, IA built?

305 5th St Sw, West Bend, IA was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 305 5th St Sw, West Bend, IA?

305 5th St Sw, West Bend, IA is assigned to West Bend-Mallard Middle School (middle), rated C+; West Bend-Mallard High School (high), rated C; West Bend-Mallard Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in West Bend-Mallard Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 305 5th St Sw, West Bend, IA compare to other homes in West Bend 50597?

Among the 570 homes in West Bend 50597, it is worth more than 39% of them ($124,304 against a typical $152,753), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($103 against a typical $100), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,206 ft² against a typical 1,513 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1951 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Palo Alto County, it is worth more than 48% 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 5th St Sw, West Bend, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 305 5th St Sw, West Bend, IA was $1,252. The county assessed it at $117,950.

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