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$106,784$56 / 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 82How 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 $43,500 on Jan 18, 2008

401 280TH ST

FENTON, IA 50539
0
Baths
1,920 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 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.
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

$107K
$88K low$126K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$43,500 · Jan 18, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$972 (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.$118,324 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$56,230
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$62,094
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$104,819
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$118,324

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.39
43
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
54
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
11
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 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
CountyKOSSUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.00
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.Wood
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
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.Porch · 282 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
North Union Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi
M
North Union Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 15.2 mi
H
North Union High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 16.6 mi

District: North Kossuth Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50539These 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.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.7

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.373
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,451
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,719
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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

401 280th 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 77% of homes in Kossuth County
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Fenton 50539
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Kossuth County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Kossuth County

What homes are worth in Fenton 50539

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

This home
$24K$353K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Fenton 50539.

How it measures up in Fenton 50539

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fenton 50539.

Estimated value$106,784
CheaperTypical $83,227Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$56
CheaperTypical $61Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area1,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,482 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 401 280th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFenton 50539Kossuth County
Estimated valuepricier than$106,78462% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5642% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,920 ft²80% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6 ac78% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than190021% of homes17% of homes

About 401 280th St

How much is 401 280th St, Fenton, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 401 280th St, Fenton, IA is $106,784 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $87,597 to $125,971. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 401 280th St, Fenton, IA last sell?

401 280th St, Fenton, IA last sold on Jan 18, 2008 for $43,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 401 280th St, Fenton, IA?

401 280th St, Fenton, IA has 1,920 square feet of living space and a 6.00-acre lot.

When was 401 280th St, Fenton, IA built?

401 280th St, Fenton, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 401 280th St, Fenton, IA?

401 280th St, Fenton, IA is assigned to North Union Elementary School (elementary), rated A; North Union Middle School (middle), rated B; North Union High School (high), rated A-. All sit in North Kossuth Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 401 280th St, Fenton, IA compare to other homes in Fenton 50539?

Among the 274 homes in Fenton 50539, it is worth more than 62% of them ($106,784 against a typical $83,227), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($56 against a typical $61), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,920 ft² against a typical 1,482 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (6 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1900 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Kossuth County, it is worth more than 41% 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 280th St, Fenton, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 401 280th St, Fenton, IA was $972. The county assessed it at $118,324.

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