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$139,293$119 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $65,000 on Mar 21, 2008

305 FRANKLIN ST

ELGIN, IA 52141
5
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,168 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
8
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

$139K
$114K low$165K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Mar 21, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,450 (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.$123,330 (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.$114,020
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$123,330
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$123,330

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.57 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Foyer
CountyFAYETTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 8 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.

E
Valley Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi
M
North Fayette Valley Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
North Fayette Valley High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.6 mi

District: North Fayette Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52141These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,484
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.19 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,881
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,229
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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.61%

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How this home compares

305 Franklin 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Fayette County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Elgin 52141
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Elgin 52141
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Fayette County

What homes are worth in Elgin 52141

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

This home
$26K$532K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Elgin 52141.

How it measures up in Elgin 52141

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elgin 52141.

Estimated value$139,293
CheaperTypical $153,789Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$119
CheaperTypical $107Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,168 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,573 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 305 Franklin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElgin 52141Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$139,29346% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11955% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,168 ft²22% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac20% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than197365% of homes72% of homes

About 305 Franklin St

How much is 305 Franklin St, Elgin, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 305 Franklin St, Elgin, IA is $139,293 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $113,582 to $165,004. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 305 Franklin St, Elgin, IA last sell?

305 Franklin St, Elgin, IA last sold on Mar 21, 2008 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 305 Franklin St, Elgin, IA?

305 Franklin St, Elgin, IA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,168 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 305 Franklin St, Elgin, IA built?

305 Franklin St, Elgin, IA was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. It is a split foyer home.

What schools serve 305 Franklin St, Elgin, IA?

305 Franklin St, Elgin, IA is assigned to Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; North Fayette Valley Middle School (middle), rated B-; North Fayette Valley High School (high), rated B-. All sit in North Fayette Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 305 Franklin St, Elgin, IA compare to other homes in Elgin 52141?

Among the 658 homes in Elgin 52141, it is worth more than 46% of them ($139,293 against a typical $153,789), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($119 against a typical $107), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,168 ft² against a typical 1,573 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1973 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 61% 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 Franklin St, Elgin, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 305 Franklin St, Elgin, IA was $1,450. The county assessed it at $123,330.

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