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$294,338$172 / 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 83How 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

3171 LARCH AVE

SHELDON, IA 51201
2 / 2
Baths
1,711 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.
35.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$294K
$243K low$346K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,620 (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.$271,890 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$99,650
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$172,240
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$227,220
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$271,890

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.51 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
CountySIOUX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.35.44
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.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 · 160 ft²Porch · 218 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
East Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.3 mi
H
Sheldon High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi
M
Sheldon Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 5.8 mi

District: Sheldon Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51201These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.6,264
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.56 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,827
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,717
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

3171 Larch Ave 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 75% of homes in Sheldon 51201
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Sheldon 51201
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Sheldon 51201
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Sheldon 51201
  • Older than 66% of homes in Sioux County

What homes are worth in Sheldon 51201

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

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$51K$563K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Sheldon 51201.

How it measures up in Sheldon 51201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sheldon 51201.

Estimated value$294,338
CheaperTypical $196,549Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $136Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,711 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size35.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 3171 Larch Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSheldon 51201Sioux County
Estimated valuepricier than$294,33875% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17269% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,711 ft²66% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than35.44 ac98% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than194841% of homes34% of homes

About 3171 Larch Ave

How much is 3171 Larch Ave, Sheldon, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3171 Larch Ave, Sheldon, IA is $294,338 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $242,935 to $345,741. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3171 Larch Ave, Sheldon, IA last sell?

3171 Larch Ave, Sheldon, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3171 Larch Ave, Sheldon, IA?

3171 Larch Ave, Sheldon, IA has 2 bathrooms, 1,711 square feet of living space and a 35.44-acre lot.

When was 3171 Larch Ave, Sheldon, IA built?

3171 Larch Ave, Sheldon, IA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3171 Larch Ave, Sheldon, IA?

3171 Larch Ave, Sheldon, IA is assigned to East Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Sheldon High School (high), rated B; Sheldon Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Sheldon Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3171 Larch Ave, Sheldon, IA compare to other homes in Sheldon 51201?

Among the 2,358 homes in Sheldon 51201, it is worth more than 75% of them ($294,338 against a typical $196,549), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($172 against a typical $136), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,711 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (35.44 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1948 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Sioux County, it is worth more than 55% 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 3171 Larch Ave, Sheldon, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3171 Larch Ave, Sheldon, IA was $2,620. The county assessed it at $271,890.

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