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$265,454$116 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $262,000 on May 19, 2026

4089 280TH ST

GRAETTINGER, IA 51342
3 / 2
Baths
2,296 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.
5.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1912
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
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

$265K
$252K low$279K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$262,000 · May 19, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,700 (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.$141,020 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,460
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$133,560
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$128,110
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$141,020

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyPALO ALTO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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, 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 · 80 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.

M
Graettinger-Terril Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Graettinger-Terril High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Graettinger-Terril Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 10.7 mi

District: Graettinger-Terril Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51342These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,277
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,474
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,107
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

4089 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.

  • Worth more than 90% of homes in Graettinger 51342
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Graettinger 51342
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Graettinger 51342
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Palo Alto County
  • Older than 70% of homes in Palo Alto County

What homes are worth in Graettinger 51342

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

This home
$23K$435K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Graettinger 51342.

How it measures up in Graettinger 51342

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Graettinger 51342.

Estimated value$265,454
CheaperTypical $85,450Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$116
CheaperTypical $66Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area2,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size5.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1912
OlderTypical 1934Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 4089 280th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGraettinger 51342Palo Alto County
Estimated valuepricier than$265,45490% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11677% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than2,296 ft²94% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.2 ac85% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than191235% of homes30% of homes

About 4089 280th St

How much is 4089 280th St, Graettinger, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4089 280th St, Graettinger, IA is $265,454 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $252,149 to $278,759. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4089 280th St, Graettinger, IA last sell?

4089 280th St, Graettinger, IA last sold on May 19, 2026 for $262,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4089 280th St, Graettinger, IA?

4089 280th St, Graettinger, IA has 3 bathrooms, 2,296 square feet of living space and a 5.20-acre lot.

When was 4089 280th St, Graettinger, IA built?

4089 280th St, Graettinger, IA was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4089 280th St, Graettinger, IA?

4089 280th St, Graettinger, IA is assigned to Graettinger-Terril Middle School (middle), rated C; Graettinger-Terril High School (high), rated C; Graettinger-Terril Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Graettinger-Terril Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4089 280th St, Graettinger, IA compare to other homes in Graettinger 51342?

Among the 539 homes in Graettinger 51342, it is worth more than 90% of them ($265,454 against a typical $85,450), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($116 against a typical $66), it is bigger than 94% of them (2,296 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (5.2 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1912 against a typical 1934). Measured against all of Palo Alto County, it is worth more than 82% 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 4089 280th St, Graettinger, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4089 280th St, Graettinger, IA was $1,700. The county assessed it at $141,020.

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