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$179,817$144 / 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 86How 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 $140,500 on Jun 15, 2021

5 JACARA DR

MEDIAPOLIS, IA 52637
3
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
1,251 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.
0.68 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
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

$180K
$155K low$205K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$140,500 · Jun 15, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,112 (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.$175,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$156,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$155,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$175,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDES MOINES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.68
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 150 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
Mediapolis Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Mediapolis Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Mediapolis High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Mediapolis Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52637These 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.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,569
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,318
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,255
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

5 Jacara Dr 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 66% of homes in Des Moines County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Mediapolis 52637
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Des Moines County
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Des Moines County

What homes are worth in Mediapolis 52637

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

This home
$73K$539K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Mediapolis 52637.

How it measures up in Mediapolis 52637

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mediapolis 52637.

Estimated value$179,817
CheaperTypical $194,116Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$144
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,251 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.68 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 5 Jacara Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMediapolis 52637Des Moines County
Estimated valuepricier than$179,81741% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14458% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,251 ft²28% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.68 ac62% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than199980% of homes86% of homes

About 5 Jacara Dr

How much is 5 Jacara Dr, Mediapolis, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Jacara Dr, Mediapolis, IA is $179,817 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $155,046 to $204,588. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Jacara Dr, Mediapolis, IA last sell?

5 Jacara Dr, Mediapolis, IA last sold on Jun 15, 2021 for $140,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Jacara Dr, Mediapolis, IA?

5 Jacara Dr, Mediapolis, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,251 square feet of living space and a 0.68-acre lot.

When was 5 Jacara Dr, Mediapolis, IA built?

5 Jacara Dr, Mediapolis, IA was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Jacara Dr, Mediapolis, IA?

5 Jacara Dr, Mediapolis, IA is assigned to Mediapolis Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Mediapolis Middle School (middle), rated A+; Mediapolis High School (high), rated B. All sit in Mediapolis Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Jacara Dr, Mediapolis, IA compare to other homes in Mediapolis 52637?

Among the 1,116 homes in Mediapolis 52637, it is worth more than 41% of them ($179,817 against a typical $194,116), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($144 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,251 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.68 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (1999 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Des Moines 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 5 Jacara Dr, Mediapolis, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Jacara Dr, Mediapolis, IA was $2,112. The county assessed it at $175,400.

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