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$250,762$130 / 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
Last sold for $225,000 on Nov 8, 2024

491 PLATT ST

LANSING, IA 52151
4
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,929 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1858
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

$251K
$207K low$295K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Nov 8, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,654 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$233,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$207,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$214,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$233,400

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.40
57
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.8 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.Single Family Residence
CountyALLAMAKEE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1910
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.Metal
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, 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.Deck · 256 ft²Patio · 104 ft²Porch · 407 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.

H
Kee High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
M
Lansing Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.2 mi
E
New Albin Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 9.7 mi

District: Eastern Allamakee Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52151These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.71%
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.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,026
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,716
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,843
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

491 Platt 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Lansing 52151
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Lansing 52151
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Allamakee County
  • Among the oldest homes in Allamakee County

What homes are worth in Lansing 52151

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

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$79K$612K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Lansing 52151.

How it measures up in Lansing 52151

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lansing 52151.

Estimated value$250,762
CheaperTypical $257,787Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $191Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area1,929 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,390 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1858
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 491 Platt St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLansing 52151Allamakee County
Estimated valuepricier than$250,76247% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13022% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,929 ft²80% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac33% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than1858almost no homesalmost no homes

About 491 Platt St

How much is 491 Platt St, Lansing, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 491 Platt St, Lansing, IA is $250,762 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $206,590 to $294,934. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 491 Platt St, Lansing, IA last sell?

491 Platt St, Lansing, IA last sold on Nov 8, 2024 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 491 Platt St, Lansing, IA?

491 Platt St, Lansing, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,929 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 491 Platt St, Lansing, IA built?

491 Platt St, Lansing, IA was built in 1858, making it 168 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 491 Platt St, Lansing, IA?

491 Platt St, Lansing, IA is assigned to Kee High School (high), rated A-; Lansing Middle School (middle), rated A-; New Albin Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Eastern Allamakee Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 491 Platt St, Lansing, IA compare to other homes in Lansing 52151?

Among the 1,397 homes in Lansing 52151, it is worth more than 47% of them ($250,762 against a typical $257,787), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($130 against a typical $191), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,929 ft² against a typical 1,390 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1858 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Allamakee County, it is worth more than 60% 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 491 Platt St, Lansing, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 491 Platt St, Lansing, IA was $3,654. The county assessed it at $233,400.

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