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$150,467$71 / 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 90How 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
Last sold for $150,000 on Jan 28, 2026

345 W J ST

FOREST CITY, IA 50436
2 / 2
Baths
2,129 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$150K
$136K low$165K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Jan 28, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,636 (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.$172,430 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,460
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$151,970
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$176,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$172,430

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.26 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.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.Porch · 558 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Forest City Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Forest City High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Forest City Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.6 mi

District: Forest City Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50436These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.8

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.91%
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.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,334
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.42 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,423
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,380
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 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

345 W J 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 less per square foot than 89% of homes in Forest City 50436
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Forest City 50436
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Forest City 50436

What homes are worth in Forest City 50436

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

This home
$52K$542K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Forest City 50436.

How it measures up in Forest City 50436

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest City 50436.

Estimated value$150,467
CheaperTypical $161,114Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$71
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area2,129 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,369 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 345 W J St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest City 50436Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$150,46745% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7111% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than2,129 ft²88% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac34% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than192023% of homes29% of homes

About 345 W J St

How much is 345 W J St, Forest City, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 345 W J St, Forest City, IA is $150,467 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $135,788 to $165,146. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 345 W J St, Forest City, IA last sell?

345 W J St, Forest City, IA last sold on Jan 28, 2026 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 345 W J St, Forest City, IA?

345 W J St, Forest City, IA has 2 bathrooms, 2,129 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 345 W J St, Forest City, IA built?

345 W J St, Forest City, IA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 345 W J St, Forest City, IA?

345 W J St, Forest City, IA is assigned to Forest City Middle School (middle), rated B+; Forest City High School (high), rated A-; Forest City Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Forest City Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 345 W J St, Forest City, IA compare to other homes in Forest City 50436?

Among the 2,231 homes in Forest City 50436, it is worth more than 45% of them ($150,467 against a typical $161,114), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($71 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,129 ft² against a typical 1,369 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1920 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Winnebago 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 345 W J St, Forest City, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 345 W J St, Forest City, IA was $2,636. The county assessed it at $172,430.

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