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$176,093$115 / 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 74How 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

3281 MERINO AVE

OSKALOOSA, IA 52577
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,536 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.
12.43 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.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$176K
$129K low$223K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,762 (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.$288,040 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$69,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$218,740
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$260,270
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$288,040

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.193 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMAHASKA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.12.43
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Patio · 160 ft²

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

E
Eddyville Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.4 mi
M
Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Jr/Sr High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52577These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
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.20%
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.14,938
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.92 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,724
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,233
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

3281 Merino 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Oskaloosa 52577

What homes are worth in Oskaloosa 52577

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

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$40K$520K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Oskaloosa 52577.

How it measures up in Oskaloosa 52577

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Oskaloosa 52577.

Estimated value$176,093
CheaperTypical $166,610Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$115
CheaperTypical $119Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,536 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,387 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size12.43 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 3281 Merino Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOskaloosa 52577Mahaska County
Estimated valuepricier than$176,09353% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11548% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,536 ft²61% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than12.43 ac95% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than197261% of homes60% of homes

About 3281 Merino Ave

How much is 3281 Merino Ave, Oskaloosa, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3281 Merino Ave, Oskaloosa, IA is $176,093 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $129,442 to $222,744. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3281 Merino Ave, Oskaloosa, IA last sell?

3281 Merino Ave, Oskaloosa, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3281 Merino Ave, Oskaloosa, IA?

3281 Merino Ave, Oskaloosa, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,536 square feet of living space and a 12.43-acre lot.

When was 3281 Merino Ave, Oskaloosa, IA built?

3281 Merino Ave, Oskaloosa, IA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3281 Merino Ave, Oskaloosa, IA?

3281 Merino Ave, Oskaloosa, IA is assigned to Eddyville Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated C. All sit in Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3281 Merino Ave, Oskaloosa, IA compare to other homes in Oskaloosa 52577?

Among the 5,592 homes in Oskaloosa 52577, it is worth more than 53% of them ($176,093 against a typical $166,610), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($115 against a typical $119), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,536 ft² against a typical 1,387 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (12.43 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1972 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Mahaska 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 3281 Merino Ave, Oskaloosa, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3281 Merino Ave, Oskaloosa, IA was $2,762. The county assessed it at $288,040.

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