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$168,330$152 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $60,000 on Oct 27, 2009

309 WALNUT ST

MERIDEN, IA 51037
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,104 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.
0.39 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.
8
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

$168K
$153K low$184K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$60,000 · Oct 27, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,094 (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.$172,710 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,760
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$160,950
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$172,710
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$172,710

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.Ranch
CountyCHEROKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
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 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, Attached
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 · 384 ft²Patio · 384 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.

E
Marcus Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 8.9 mi
H
MMCRU High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.9 mi

District: Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51037These 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.86
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 100.19

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.240
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,036
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,480
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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

309 Walnut 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 76% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Meriden 51037
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Cherokee County

What homes are worth in Meriden 51037

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

This home
$41K$473K

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in Meriden 51037.

How it measures up in Meriden 51037

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Meriden 51037.

Estimated value$168,330
CheaperTypical $159,248Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$152
CheaperTypical $120Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,104 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.94 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 309 Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMeriden 51037Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$168,33054% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15269% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,104 ft²20% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac39% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than197268% of homes76% of homes

About 309 Walnut St

How much is 309 Walnut St, Meriden, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 309 Walnut St, Meriden, IA is $168,330 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $152,675 to $183,985. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 309 Walnut St, Meriden, IA last sell?

309 Walnut St, Meriden, IA last sold on Oct 27, 2009 for $60,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 309 Walnut St, Meriden, IA?

309 Walnut St, Meriden, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,104 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 309 Walnut St, Meriden, IA built?

309 Walnut St, Meriden, IA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 309 Walnut St, Meriden, IA?

309 Walnut St, Meriden, 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 309 Walnut St, Meriden, IA compare to other homes in Meriden 51037?

Among the 166 homes in Meriden 51037, it is worth more than 54% of them ($168,330 against a typical $159,248), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($152 against a typical $120), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,104 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.94 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1972 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Cherokee 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 309 Walnut St, Meriden, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 309 Walnut St, Meriden, IA was $2,094. The county assessed it at $172,710.

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