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$195,855$189 / 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 $178,000 on Feb 20, 2024

309 3RD ST

EARLING, IA 51530
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,036 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$196K
$161K low$230K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$178,000 · Feb 20, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,504 (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.$130,006 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,188
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$120,818
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$130,006
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$130,006

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.Cape Cod
CountySHELBY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
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.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 · 422 ft²Porch · 36 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Harlan Community Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.2 mi
H
Harlan High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.2 mi
E
Harlan Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 9.4 mi

District: Harlan Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51530These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.671
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,629
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,815
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 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

309 3rd 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 92% of homes in Earling 51530
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Earling 51530
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Earling 51530

What homes are worth in Earling 51530

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

This home
$58K$408K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Earling 51530.

How it measures up in Earling 51530

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Earling 51530.

Estimated value$195,855
CheaperTypical $184,006Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$189
CheaperTypical $115Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,036 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,652 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.58 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1943Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 309 3rd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEarling 51530Shelby County
Estimated valuepricier than$195,85555% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18992% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,036 ft²10% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac6% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than195054% of homes53% of homes

About 309 3rd St

How much is 309 3rd St, Earling, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 309 3rd St, Earling, IA is $195,855 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $161,303 to $230,407. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 309 3rd St, Earling, IA last sell?

309 3rd St, Earling, IA last sold on Feb 20, 2024 for $178,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 309 3rd St, Earling, IA?

309 3rd St, Earling, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,036 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 309 3rd St, Earling, IA built?

309 3rd St, Earling, IA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 309 3rd St, Earling, IA?

309 3rd St, Earling, IA is assigned to Harlan Community Middle School (middle), rated A-; Harlan High School (high), rated B+; Harlan Primary School (elementary). All sit in Harlan Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 309 3rd St, Earling, IA compare to other homes in Earling 51530?

Among the 341 homes in Earling 51530, it is worth more than 55% of them ($195,855 against a typical $184,006), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($189 against a typical $115), it is bigger than 10% of them (1,036 ft² against a typical 1,652 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.58 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1950 against a typical 1943). Measured against all of Shelby County, it is worth more than 53% 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 309 3rd St, Earling, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 309 3rd St, Earling, IA was $2,504. The county assessed it at $130,006.

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