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$361,232$197 / 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

4281 280TH ST

SHELDON, IA 51201
3.5
Baths
1,833 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.
17.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
10
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$361K
$297K low$425K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,902 (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.$412,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$44,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$367,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$321,050
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$412,000

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.49
96
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
47
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
15
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.85 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Rural Residence
CountySIOUX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.17.60
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
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.Mixed
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 · 180 ft²

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 · 6.6 mi
H
Sheldon High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.8 mi
M
Sheldon Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 7.1 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

4281 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 85% of homes in Sheldon 51201
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Sheldon 51201
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Sioux County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Sheldon 51201
  • Newer than 77% 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.

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$55K$566K

This home is worth more than 85% 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$361,232
CheaperTypical $197,497Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,833 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size17.6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 4281 280th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSheldon 51201Sioux County
Estimated valuepricier than$361,23285% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19778% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,833 ft²73% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than17.6 ac98% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than198277% of homes65% of homes

About 4281 280th St

How much is 4281 280th St, Sheldon, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4281 280th St, Sheldon, IA is $361,232 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $297,458 to $425,006. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4281 280th St, Sheldon, IA last sell?

4281 280th St, Sheldon, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4281 280th St, Sheldon, IA?

4281 280th St, Sheldon, IA has 3.5 bathrooms, 1,833 square feet of living space and a 17.60-acre lot.

When was 4281 280th St, Sheldon, IA built?

4281 280th St, Sheldon, IA was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4281 280th St, Sheldon, IA?

4281 280th St, Sheldon, IA is assigned to East Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Sheldon High School (high), rated B; Sheldon Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Sheldon Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4281 280th St, Sheldon, IA compare to other homes in Sheldon 51201?

Among the 2,358 homes in Sheldon 51201, it is worth more than 85% of them ($361,232 against a typical $197,497), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($197 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,833 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (17.6 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1982 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Sioux County, it is worth more than 71% 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 4281 280th St, Sheldon, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4281 280th St, Sheldon, IA was $3,902. The county assessed it at $412,000.

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