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$496,767$179 / 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 81How 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 $495,000 on Dec 23, 2024

3898 HIGHWAY 63

MALCOM, IA 50157
4.5
Baths
2,768 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.
6.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$497K
$401K low$592K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$495,000 · Dec 23, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,854 (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.$477,290 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$76,870
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$400,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$439,210
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$477,290

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.89 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
CountyPOWESHIEK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
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.Central
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.Deck · 247 ft²Patio · 295 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.

E
Fairview Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 8.3 mi
M
Grinnell Community Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 8.4 mi
H
Grinnell Community Senior High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.7 mi

District: Grinnell-Newburg Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50157These 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.139
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 100.18

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.732
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,687
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,033
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

3898 Highway 63 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 97% of homes in Malcom 50157
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Malcom 50157
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Malcom 50157
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Poweshiek County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Malcom 50157

What homes are worth in Malcom 50157

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

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$35K$513K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Malcom 50157.

How it measures up in Malcom 50157

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Malcom 50157.

Estimated value$496,767
CheaperTypical $180,373Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$179
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area2,768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,590 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size6.27 ac
SmallerTypical 2.1 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 3898 Highway 63 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMalcom 50157Poweshiek County
Estimated valuepricier than$496,76797% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17982% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than2,768 ft²98% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.27 ac72% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than198974% of homes72% of homes

About 3898 Highway 63

How much is 3898 Highway 63, Malcom, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3898 Highway 63, Malcom, IA is $496,767 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $401,231 to $592,303. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3898 Highway 63, Malcom, IA last sell?

3898 Highway 63, Malcom, IA last sold on Dec 23, 2024 for $495,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3898 Highway 63, Malcom, IA?

3898 Highway 63, Malcom, IA has 4.5 bathrooms, 2,768 square feet of living space and a 6.27-acre lot.

When was 3898 Highway 63, Malcom, IA built?

3898 Highway 63, Malcom, IA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3898 Highway 63, Malcom, IA?

3898 Highway 63, Malcom, IA is assigned to Fairview Elementary School (elementary); Grinnell Community Middle School (middle), rated C+; Grinnell Community Senior High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Grinnell-Newburg Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3898 Highway 63, Malcom, IA compare to other homes in Malcom 50157?

Among the 316 homes in Malcom 50157, it is worth more than 97% of them ($496,767 against a typical $180,373), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($179 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 98% of them (2,768 ft² against a typical 1,590 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (6.27 ac against a typical 2.1 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1989 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Poweshiek County, it is worth more than 93% 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 3898 Highway 63, Malcom, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3898 Highway 63, Malcom, IA was $4,854. The county assessed it at $477,290.

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