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$124,336$104 / 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 72How 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 $28,000 on Oct 7, 2021

501 4TH ST

ALVORD, IA 51230
1
Baths
1,196 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$124K
$89K low$159K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$28,000 · Oct 7, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$936 (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.$92,320 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,820
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$83,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$76,060
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$92,320

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyLyon
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
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, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 56 ft²Porch · 27 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
West Lyon Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 7.1 mi
H
West Lyon High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.1 mi
M
West Lyon Junior High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 7.1 mi

District: West Lyon Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51230These 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.70
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 100.22

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.9%
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.511
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,603
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,366
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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 4th 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.

  • Worth less than 83% of homes in Lyon County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Lyon County
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Alvord 51230
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Alvord 51230
  • Older than 73% of homes in Lyon County

What homes are worth in Alvord 51230

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

This home
$62K$741K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Alvord 51230.

How it measures up in Alvord 51230

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alvord 51230.

Estimated value$124,336
CheaperTypical $177,272Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$104
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,196 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,661 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 1.09 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 501 4th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlvord 51230Lyon County
Estimated valuepricier than$124,33620% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10435% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,196 ft²17% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac32% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than192045% of homes27% of homes

About 501 4th St

How much is 501 4th St, Alvord, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 501 4th St, Alvord, IA is $124,336 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $89,276 to $159,396. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 501 4th St, Alvord, IA last sell?

501 4th St, Alvord, IA last sold on Oct 7, 2021 for $28,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 501 4th St, Alvord, IA?

501 4th St, Alvord, IA has 1 bathrooms, 1,196 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 501 4th St, Alvord, IA built?

501 4th St, Alvord, IA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 501 4th St, Alvord, IA?

501 4th St, Alvord, IA is assigned to West Lyon Elementary School (elementary), rated B; West Lyon High School (high), rated B; West Lyon Junior High School (middle), rated B. All sit in West Lyon Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 501 4th St, Alvord, IA compare to other homes in Alvord 51230?

Among the 185 homes in Alvord 51230, it is worth more than 20% of them ($124,336 against a typical $177,272), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($104 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,196 ft² against a typical 1,661 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 1.09 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1920 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Lyon County, it is worth more than 17% 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 4th St, Alvord, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 501 4th St, Alvord, IA was $936. The county assessed it at $92,320.

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