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$318,224$78 / 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 71How 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 $1,100,000 on Jul 30, 2026

30998 HIGHWAY 34

RUSSELL, IA 50238
1
Beds
2
Baths
4,080 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.
108.81 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$318K
$226K low$410K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,100,000 · Jul 30, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,254 (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.$421,094 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$95,756
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$325,338
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$268,923
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$421,094

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
54
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
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.Rural Residence
CountyLUCAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.108.81
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

H
Chariton High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.0 mi
E
Columbus Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 8.2 mi
M
Chariton Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.6 mi

District: Chariton Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50238These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.8.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,400
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,881
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,592
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

30998 Highway 34 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.

  • Worth more than 92% of homes in Russell 50238
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Lucas County
  • Among the largest homes in Russell 50238
  • Among the largest lots in Lucas County
  • Among the newest homes in Russell 50238

What homes are worth in Russell 50238

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

This home
$35K$458K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Russell 50238.

How it measures up in Russell 50238

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Russell 50238.

Estimated value$318,224
CheaperTypical $141,663Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$78
CheaperTypical $114Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area4,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,335 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size108.81 ac
SmallerTypical 1.83 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 30998 Highway 34 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRussell 50238Lucas County
Estimated valuepricier than$318,22492% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7825% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than4,080 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than108.81 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than2024almost all homesalmost all homes

About 30998 Highway 34

How much is 30998 Highway 34, Russell, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 30998 Highway 34, Russell, IA is $318,224 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $226,198 to $410,250. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 30998 Highway 34, Russell, IA last sell?

30998 Highway 34, Russell, IA last sold on Jul 30, 2026 for $1,100,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 30998 Highway 34, Russell, IA?

30998 Highway 34, Russell, IA has 1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 4,080 square feet of living space and a 108.81-acre lot.

When was 30998 Highway 34, Russell, IA built?

30998 Highway 34, Russell, IA was built in 2024, making it 2 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 30998 Highway 34, Russell, IA?

30998 Highway 34, Russell, IA is assigned to Chariton High School (high), rated C+; Columbus Elementary School (elementary); Chariton Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Chariton Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 30998 Highway 34, Russell, IA compare to other homes in Russell 50238?

Among the 617 homes in Russell 50238, it is worth more than 92% of them ($318,224 against a typical $141,663), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($78 against a typical $114), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,080 ft² against a typical 1,335 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (108.81 ac against a typical 1.83 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2024 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Lucas County, it is worth more than 80% 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 30998 Highway 34, Russell, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 30998 Highway 34, Russell, IA was $6,254. The county assessed it at $421,094.

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