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Last sold for $30,000 on Apr 14, 2004

305 MAIN ST

LESTER, IA 51242
0
Baths
2,992 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,000 · Apr 14, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,694 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$292,590 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,680
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$282,910
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$264,320
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$292,590

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
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.
47
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
15
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Office Building
CountyLyon
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
West Lyon Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 5.8 mi
H
West Lyon High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.8 mi
M
West Lyon Junior High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 5.8 mi

District: West Lyon Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51242These 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.52
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,934
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,198
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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 Main 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.

  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Lester 51242
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Lyon County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Lyon County

How it measures up in Lester 51242

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lester 51242.

Living area2,992 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 305 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLester 51242Lyon County
Living areabigger than2,992 ft²97% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac26% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than198161% of homes72% of homes

About 305 Main St

When did 305 Main St, Lester, IA last sell?

305 Main St, Lester, IA last sold on Apr 14, 2004 for $30,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 305 Main St, Lester, IA?

305 Main St, Lester, IA has 2,992 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 305 Main St, Lester, IA built?

305 Main St, Lester, IA was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 305 Main St, Lester, IA?

305 Main St, Lester, IA is assigned to West Lyon Elementary School (elementary), rated A; West Lyon High School (high), rated A; West Lyon Junior High School (middle), rated A-. All sit in West Lyon Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 305 Main St, Lester, IA compare to other homes in Lester 51242?

Among the 149 homes in Lester 51242, it is bigger than 97% of them (2,992 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1981 against a typical 1974). 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 Main St, Lester, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 305 Main St, Lester, IA was $4,694. The county assessed it at $292,590.

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