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$282,168$279 / 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 81How 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 $138,000 on Oct 22, 2014

489 SUNSET DR SW

LE MARS, IA 51031
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,011 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$282K
$230K low$335K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$138,000 · Oct 22, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,094 (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.$253,130 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,050
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$225,080
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$227,280
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$253,130

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPlymouth
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
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
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.Deck · 144 ft²Patio · 144 ft²Porch · 20 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
Kluckhohn Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Le Mars Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Le Mars High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Le Mars Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51031These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
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.13,284
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.60 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,876
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,377
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.27 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

489 Sunset Dr Sw 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 more per square foot than 89% of homes in Le Mars 51031
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Le Mars 51031
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Le Mars 51031

What homes are worth in Le Mars 51031

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

This home
$82K$655K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Le Mars 51031.

How it measures up in Le Mars 51031

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Le Mars 51031.

Estimated value$282,168
CheaperTypical $256,429Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$279
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,011 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,504 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 489 Sunset Dr Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLe Mars 51031Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$282,16857% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27989% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,011 ft²11% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac12% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than199377% of homes77% of homes

About 489 Sunset Dr Sw

How much is 489 Sunset Dr Sw, Le Mars, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 489 Sunset Dr Sw, Le Mars, IA is $282,168 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $229,821 to $334,515. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 489 Sunset Dr Sw, Le Mars, IA last sell?

489 Sunset Dr Sw, Le Mars, IA last sold on Oct 22, 2014 for $138,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 489 Sunset Dr Sw, Le Mars, IA?

489 Sunset Dr Sw, Le Mars, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,011 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 489 Sunset Dr Sw, Le Mars, IA built?

489 Sunset Dr Sw, Le Mars, IA was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 489 Sunset Dr Sw, Le Mars, IA?

489 Sunset Dr Sw, Le Mars, IA is assigned to Kluckhohn Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Le Mars Middle School (middle), rated B; Le Mars High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Le Mars Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 489 Sunset Dr Sw, Le Mars, IA compare to other homes in Le Mars 51031?

Among the 4,582 homes in Le Mars 51031, it is worth more than 57% of them ($282,168 against a typical $256,429), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($279 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,011 ft² against a typical 1,504 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1993 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 55% 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 489 Sunset Dr Sw, Le Mars, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 489 Sunset Dr Sw, Le Mars, IA was $3,094. The county assessed it at $253,130.

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