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$140,716$124 / 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 91How 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 $157,500 on May 11, 2026

305 N AMES ST

MARCUS, IA 51035
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,135 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1905
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
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

$141K
$128K low$154K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$157,500 · May 11, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,172 (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.$87,460 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,850
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$74,610
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$69,740
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$87,460

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCHEROKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
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.Porch · 184 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Marcus Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.4 mi
H
MMCRU High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51035These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
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.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,799
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.$73,026
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,327
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 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 N Ames 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.

  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Marcus 51035
  • Older than 73% of homes in Cherokee County

What homes are worth in Marcus 51035

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

This home
$41K$524K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Marcus 51035.

How it measures up in Marcus 51035

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Marcus 51035.

Estimated value$140,716
CheaperTypical $169,243Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$124
CheaperTypical $110Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,135 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,578 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 305 N Ames St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarcus 51035Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$140,71639% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12460% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than1,135 ft²18% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac41% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than190530% of homes27% of homes

About 305 N Ames St

How much is 305 N Ames St, Marcus, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 305 N Ames St, Marcus, IA is $140,716 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $127,552 to $153,880. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 305 N Ames St, Marcus, IA last sell?

305 N Ames St, Marcus, IA last sold on May 11, 2026 for $157,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 305 N Ames St, Marcus, IA?

305 N Ames St, Marcus, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,135 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 305 N Ames St, Marcus, IA built?

305 N Ames St, Marcus, IA was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 305 N Ames St, Marcus, IA?

305 N Ames St, Marcus, IA is assigned to Marcus Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; MMCRU High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 305 N Ames St, Marcus, IA compare to other homes in Marcus 51035?

Among the 755 homes in Marcus 51035, it is worth more than 39% of them ($140,716 against a typical $169,243), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($124 against a typical $110), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,135 ft² against a typical 1,578 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1905 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 47% 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 N Ames St, Marcus, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 305 N Ames St, Marcus, IA was $1,172. The county assessed it at $87,460.

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