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$142,312$105 / 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 $90,000 on Nov 28, 2018

401 1ST ST

PORTSMOUTH, IA 51565
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,361 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$142K
$115K low$170K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$90,000 · Nov 28, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,968 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$127,335 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,875
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$119,460
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$112,136
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$127,335

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyShelby
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Brick (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 192 ft²Porch · 140 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
Harlan Community Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.2 mi
H
Harlan High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.3 mi
E
Harlan Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 9.3 mi

District: Harlan Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51565These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.3%
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.452
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,664
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,993
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.59%

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How this home compares

401 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 85% of homes in Portsmouth 51565
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Portsmouth 51565
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Portsmouth 51565
  • Among the smallest lots in Portsmouth 51565
  • Older than 80% of homes in Shelby County

What homes are worth in Portsmouth 51565

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

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$76K$511K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Portsmouth 51565.

How it measures up in Portsmouth 51565

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Portsmouth 51565.

Estimated value$142,312
CheaperTypical $234,705Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$105
CheaperTypical $151Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,361 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 1.97 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 401 1st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePortsmouth 51565Shelby County
Estimated valuepricier than$142,31215% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10513% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,361 ft²33% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 acalmost no homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than190023% of homes20% of homes

About 401 1st St

How much is 401 1st St, Portsmouth, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 401 1st St, Portsmouth, IA is $142,312 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $115,095 to $169,529. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 401 1st St, Portsmouth, IA last sell?

401 1st St, Portsmouth, IA last sold on Nov 28, 2018 for $90,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 401 1st St, Portsmouth, IA?

401 1st St, Portsmouth, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,361 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 401 1st St, Portsmouth, IA built?

401 1st St, Portsmouth, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 401 1st St, Portsmouth, IA?

401 1st St, Portsmouth, IA is assigned to Harlan Community Middle School (middle), rated A-; Harlan High School (high), rated B+; Harlan Primary School (elementary). All sit in Harlan Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 401 1st St, Portsmouth, IA compare to other homes in Portsmouth 51565?

Among the 234 homes in Portsmouth 51565, it is worth more than 15% of them ($142,312 against a typical $234,705), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($105 against a typical $151), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,361 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (0.16 ac against a typical 1.97 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1900 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Shelby County, it is worth more than 31% 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 401 1st St, Portsmouth, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 401 1st St, Portsmouth, IA was $1,968. The county assessed it at $127,335.

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