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$148,675$132 / 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

501 1ST AVE SW

LE MARS, IA 51031
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,129 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
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

$149K
$120K low$177K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,632 (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.$143,780 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$121,280
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$143,780
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$143,780

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.0.21
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 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.Patio · 144 ft²Porch · 126 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.

E
Franklin Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Le Mars High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Le Mars Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 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

501 1st Ave 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.

  • Worth less than 85% of homes in Le Mars 51031
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Le Mars 51031
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Older than 93% 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.

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$82K$668K

This home is worth more than 15% 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$148,675
CheaperTypical $257,060Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$132
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,129 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 501 1st Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLe Mars 51031Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$148,67515% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13227% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,129 ft²20% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac28% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than19007% of homes8% of homes

About 501 1st Ave Sw

How much is 501 1st Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 501 1st Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA is $148,675 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $120,006 to $177,344. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 501 1st Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA last sell?

501 1st Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 501 1st Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA?

501 1st Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,129 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 501 1st Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA built?

501 1st Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 501 1st Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA?

501 1st Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA is assigned to Franklin Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Le Mars High School (high), rated B-; Le Mars Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Le Mars Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 501 1st Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA compare to other homes in Le Mars 51031?

Among the 4,583 homes in Le Mars 51031, it is worth more than 15% of them ($148,675 against a typical $257,060), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($132 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,129 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1900 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 16% 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 501 1st Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 501 1st Ave Sw, Le Mars, IA was $1,632. The county assessed it at $143,780.

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