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$266,034$96 / 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 87How 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 $18,000 on Aug 14, 1987

305 S 2ND ST

LESTER, IA 51242
2 / 1
Baths
2,784 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$266K
$232K low$300K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$18,000 · Aug 14, 1987

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,732 (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.$283,960 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$268,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$223,670
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$283,960

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.Conventional
CountyLyon
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1983
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
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
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, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 216 ft²Patio · 460 ft²

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 S 2nd 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 less per square foot than 88% of homes in Lester 51242
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Lester 51242
  • Older than 81% of homes in Lester 51242

What homes are worth in Lester 51242

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

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$77K$670K

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Lester 51242.

How it measures up in Lester 51242

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

Estimated value$266,034
CheaperTypical $231,196Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$96
CheaperTypical $165Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area2,784 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 305 S 2nd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLester 51242Lyon County
Estimated valuepricier than$266,03461% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9612% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than2,784 ft²95% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac53% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than192019% of homes27% of homes

About 305 S 2nd St

How much is 305 S 2nd St, Lester, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 305 S 2nd St, Lester, IA is $266,034 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $231,924 to $300,144. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 305 S 2nd St, Lester, IA last sell?

305 S 2nd St, Lester, IA last sold on Aug 14, 1987 for $18,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 305 S 2nd St, Lester, IA?

305 S 2nd St, Lester, IA has 2 bathrooms, 2,784 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 305 S 2nd St, Lester, IA built?

305 S 2nd St, Lester, IA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 305 S 2nd St, Lester, IA?

305 S 2nd 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 S 2nd St, Lester, IA compare to other homes in Lester 51242?

Among the 149 homes in Lester 51242, it is worth more than 61% of them ($266,034 against a typical $231,196), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($96 against a typical $165), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,784 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1920 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Lyon County, it is worth more than 56% 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 S 2nd St, Lester, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 305 S 2nd St, Lester, IA was $2,732. The county assessed it at $283,960.

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