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$229,613$283 / 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

305 8TH AVE SW

LE MARS, IA 51031
3
Beds
2
Baths
810 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$230K
$189K low$270K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,000 (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.$173,840 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,760
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$159,080
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$173,840
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$173,840

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Split Foyer
CountyPLYMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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.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 · 200 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
Le Mars High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Clark Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Le Mars Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Le Mars Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51031These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.94%
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.5.7%
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.13,284
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.60 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,876
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,377
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.27 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 8th Ave 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Le Mars 51031
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Le Mars 51031
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Plymouth County

What homes are worth in Le Mars 51031

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

This home
$81K$657K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Le Mars 51031.

How it measures up in Le Mars 51031

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Le Mars 51031.

Estimated value$229,613
CheaperTypical $256,536Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$283
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area810 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,502 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 305 8th Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLe Mars 51031Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$229,61341% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28390% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than810 ft²3% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac8% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than198266% of homes69% of homes

About 305 8th Ave Sw

How much is 305 8th Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 305 8th Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA is $229,613 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $188,987 to $270,239. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 305 8th Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA last sell?

305 8th Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 305 8th Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA?

305 8th Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 810 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 305 8th Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA built?

305 8th Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. It is a split foyer home.

What schools serve 305 8th Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA?

305 8th Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA is assigned to Le Mars High School (high), rated B-; Clark Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Le Mars Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Le Mars Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 305 8th Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA compare to other homes in Le Mars 51031?

Among the 4,583 homes in Le Mars 51031, it is worth more than 41% of them ($229,613 against a typical $256,536), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($283 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 3% of them (810 ft² against a typical 1,502 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1982 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 42% 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 8th Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 305 8th Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA was $2,000. The county assessed it at $173,840.

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