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$345,248$255 / 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 80How 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

4231 280TH ST

SHELDON, IA 51201
3 / 4
Baths
1,356 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.
38.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$345K
$275K low$416K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,356 (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.$328,090 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$90,020
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$238,070
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$275,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$328,090

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.177 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountySIOUX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.38.18
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
East Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 7.1 mi
H
Sheldon High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.2 mi
M
Sheldon Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 7.5 mi

District: Sheldon Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51201These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,264
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.56 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,827
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,717
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 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

4231 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 81% of homes in Sheldon 51201
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Sheldon 51201
  • Among the largest lots in Sheldon 51201
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Sheldon 51201

What homes are worth in Sheldon 51201

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

This home
$55K$572K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Sheldon 51201.

How it measures up in Sheldon 51201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sheldon 51201.

Estimated value$345,248
CheaperTypical $200,756Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$255
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area1,356 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size38.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 4231 280th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSheldon 51201Sioux County
Estimated valuepricier than$345,24881% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25594% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,356 ft²40% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than38.18 acalmost all homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than197365% of homes55% of homes

About 4231 280th St

How much is 4231 280th St, Sheldon, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4231 280th St, Sheldon, IA is $345,248 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $274,586 to $415,910. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4231 280th St, Sheldon, IA last sell?

4231 280th St, Sheldon, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4231 280th St, Sheldon, IA?

4231 280th St, Sheldon, IA has 3 bathrooms, 1,356 square feet of living space and a 38.18-acre lot.

When was 4231 280th St, Sheldon, IA built?

4231 280th St, Sheldon, IA was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4231 280th St, Sheldon, IA?

4231 280th St, Sheldon, IA is assigned to East Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Sheldon High School (high), rated C+; Sheldon Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Sheldon Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4231 280th St, Sheldon, IA compare to other homes in Sheldon 51201?

Among the 2,358 homes in Sheldon 51201, it is worth more than 81% of them ($345,248 against a typical $200,756), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($255 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,356 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (38.18 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1973 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Sioux County, it is worth more than 66% 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 4231 280th St, Sheldon, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4231 280th St, Sheldon, IA was $3,356. The county assessed it at $328,090.

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