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$40,367$36 / 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 79How 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 $18,000 on Mar 28, 2018

344 S 1ST ST

LAURENS, IA 50554
1.5
Baths
1,136 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1899
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$40K
$32K low$49K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$18,000 · Mar 28, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$550 (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.$39,105 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,163
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$28,942
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$38,149
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$39,105

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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
CountyPOCAHONTAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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.None
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 · 312 ft²Patio · 312 ft²Porch · 216 ft²

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

E
Laurens-Marathon Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.7 mi

District: Laurens-Marathon Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50554These 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.147
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
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.1,494
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,580
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,447
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

344 S 1st 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.

  • Worth less than 91% of homes in Pocahontas County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Pocahontas County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Pocahontas County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Laurens 50554

What homes are worth in Laurens 50554

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

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$20K$276K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Laurens 50554.

How it measures up in Laurens 50554

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Laurens 50554.

Estimated value$40,367
CheaperTypical $73,138Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$36
CheaperTypical $51Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,136 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,395 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1899
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 344 S 1st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLaurens 50554Pocahontas County
Estimated valuepricier than$40,36726% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3623% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,136 ft²31% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac60% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than189916% of homes16% of homes

About 344 S 1st St

How much is 344 S 1st St, Laurens, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 344 S 1st St, Laurens, IA is $40,367 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $31,974 to $48,760. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 344 S 1st St, Laurens, IA last sell?

344 S 1st St, Laurens, IA last sold on Mar 28, 2018 for $18,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 344 S 1st St, Laurens, IA?

344 S 1st St, Laurens, IA has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,136 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 344 S 1st St, Laurens, IA built?

344 S 1st St, Laurens, IA was built in 1899, making it 127 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 344 S 1st St, Laurens, IA?

344 S 1st St, Laurens, IA is assigned to Laurens-Marathon Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Laurens-Marathon Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 344 S 1st St, Laurens, IA compare to other homes in Laurens 50554?

Among the 819 homes in Laurens 50554, it is worth more than 26% of them ($40,367 against a typical $73,138), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($36 against a typical $51), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,136 ft² against a typical 1,395 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1899 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Pocahontas County, it is worth more than 9% 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 344 S 1st St, Laurens, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 344 S 1st St, Laurens, IA was $550. The county assessed it at $39,105.

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