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$212,433$221 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $183,000 on Oct 11, 2023

305 POLK ST

BAXTER, IA 50028
2
Beds
1
Baths
960 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$212K
$174K low$251K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$183,000 · Oct 11, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,366 (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.$196,350 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$173,250
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$176,530
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$196,350

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.29
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
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.Single Family Residence
CountyJASPER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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.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 · 80 ft²Patio · 240 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Baxter Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Baxter High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Baxter Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50028These 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.149
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 100.15

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,647
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,798
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,979
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.59%

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How this home compares

305 Polk 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 83% of homes in Jasper County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Baxter 50028
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Baxter 50028

What homes are worth in Baxter 50028

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

This home
$81K$633K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Baxter 50028.

How it measures up in Baxter 50028

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Baxter 50028.

Estimated value$212,433
CheaperTypical $241,498Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$221
CheaperTypical $186Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,498 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 305 Polk St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBaxter 50028Jasper County
Estimated valuepricier than$212,43338% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22168% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²12% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac19% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than197249% of homes64% of homes

About 305 Polk St

How much is 305 Polk St, Baxter, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 305 Polk St, Baxter, IA is $212,433 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $173,735 to $251,131. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 305 Polk St, Baxter, IA last sell?

305 Polk St, Baxter, IA last sold on Oct 11, 2023 for $183,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 305 Polk St, Baxter, IA?

305 Polk St, Baxter, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 305 Polk St, Baxter, IA built?

305 Polk St, Baxter, IA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 305 Polk St, Baxter, IA?

305 Polk St, Baxter, IA is assigned to Baxter Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Baxter High School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Baxter Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 305 Polk St, Baxter, IA compare to other homes in Baxter 50028?

Among the 673 homes in Baxter 50028, it is worth more than 38% of them ($212,433 against a typical $241,498), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($221 against a typical $186), it is bigger than 12% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,498 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1972 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Jasper County, it is worth more than 54% 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 Polk St, Baxter, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 305 Polk St, Baxter, IA was $3,366. The county assessed it at $196,350.

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