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$53,367$37 / 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 59How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $56,000 on Mar 2, 2005

501 1ST AVE SW

WEST BEND, IA 50597
2.5
Baths
1,451 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1922
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$53K
$32K low$75K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$56,000 · Mar 2, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,312 (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.$96,960 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$87,060
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$98,890
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$96,960

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPALO ALTO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Porch · 128 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.

M
West Bend-Mallard Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.2 mi
H
West Bend-Mallard High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
West Bend-Mallard Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.2 mi

District: West Bend-Mallard Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50597These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
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.92%
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.6.6%
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.1,277
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.$83,942
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,556
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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 91% of homes in West Bend 50597
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in West Bend 50597
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Palo Alto County
  • Older than 65% of homes in West Bend 50597

What homes are worth in West Bend 50597

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

This home
$32K$507K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in West Bend 50597.

How it measures up in West Bend 50597

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Bend 50597.

Estimated value$53,367
CheaperTypical $153,413Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$37
CheaperTypical $100Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,451 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,511 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1922
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 501 1st Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Bend 50597Palo Alto County
Estimated valuepricier than$53,3679% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$375% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,451 ft²44% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac34% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than192235% of homes39% of homes

About 501 1st Ave Sw

How much is 501 1st Ave Sw, West Bend, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 501 1st Ave Sw, West Bend, IA is $53,367 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $31,559 to $75,175. 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, West Bend, IA last sell?

501 1st Ave Sw, West Bend, IA last sold on Mar 2, 2005 for $56,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 501 1st Ave Sw, West Bend, IA?

501 1st Ave Sw, West Bend, IA has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,451 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 501 1st Ave Sw, West Bend, IA built?

501 1st Ave Sw, West Bend, IA was built in 1922, making it 104 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 501 1st Ave Sw, West Bend, IA?

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

How does 501 1st Ave Sw, West Bend, IA compare to other homes in West Bend 50597?

Among the 570 homes in West Bend 50597, it is worth more than 9% of them ($53,367 against a typical $153,413), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($37 against a typical $100), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,451 ft² against a typical 1,511 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1922 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Palo Alto County, it is worth more than 12% 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, West Bend, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 501 1st Ave Sw, West Bend, IA was $1,312. The county assessed it at $96,960.

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