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$305,184$234 / 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 85How 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 Nov 18, 2008

401 5TH ST N

NORTHWOOD, IA 50459
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,303 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$305K
$258K low$352K 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 · Nov 18, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,072 (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.$227,347 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,590
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$208,757
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$209,984
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$227,347

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWorth
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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.Block (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
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, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 192 ft²Porch · 15 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
Northwood-Kensett Middle/High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Northwood-Kensett Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi

District: Northwood-Kensett Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50459These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.93%
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.7.4%
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.3,048
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,016
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,483
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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

401 5th St N 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 90% of homes in Worth County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Worth County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Northwood 50459
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Worth County
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Worth County

What homes are worth in Northwood 50459

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

This home
$52K$514K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Northwood 50459.

How it measures up in Northwood 50459

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Northwood 50459.

Estimated value$305,184
CheaperTypical $165,097Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$234
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,303 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,511 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1944Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 401 5th St N ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthwood 50459Worth County
Estimated valuepricier than$305,18488% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23496% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,303 ft²33% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac37% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than198382% of homes86% of homes

About 401 5th St N

How much is 401 5th St N, Northwood, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 401 5th St N, Northwood, IA is $305,184 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $257,919 to $352,449. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 401 5th St N, Northwood, IA last sell?

401 5th St N, Northwood, IA last sold on Nov 18, 2008 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 401 5th St N, Northwood, IA?

401 5th St N, Northwood, IA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,303 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 401 5th St N, Northwood, IA built?

401 5th St N, Northwood, IA was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 401 5th St N, Northwood, IA?

401 5th St N, Northwood, IA is assigned to Northwood-Kensett Middle/High School (middle), rated C+; Northwood-Kensett Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Northwood-Kensett Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 401 5th St N, Northwood, IA compare to other homes in Northwood 50459?

Among the 1,320 homes in Northwood 50459, it is worth more than 88% of them ($305,184 against a typical $165,097), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($234 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,303 ft² against a typical 1,511 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (1983 against a typical 1944). Measured against all of Worth County, it is worth more than 90% 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 5th St N, Northwood, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 401 5th St N, Northwood, IA was $3,072. The county assessed it at $227,347.

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