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$172,259$112 / 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 90How 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 $175,000 on Oct 24, 2022

502 HIGHWAY AVE SW

FOSTORIA, IA 51340
3
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,540 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
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

$172K
$154K low$190K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$175,000 · Oct 24, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,630 (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.$127,790 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,720
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$109,070
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$121,920
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$127,790

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
42
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyCLAY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
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.Composition Shingle
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 · 120 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Fairview Park Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 5.8 mi
M
Spencer Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 5.9 mi
H
Spencer High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.7 mi

District: Spencer Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51340These 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.60
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
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.0
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,014
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,409
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 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

502 Highway 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 more than 88% of homes in Fostoria 51340
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Fostoria 51340
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Fostoria 51340
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Fostoria 51340
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Clay County

What homes are worth in Fostoria 51340

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

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$42K$227K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Fostoria 51340.

How it measures up in Fostoria 51340

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fostoria 51340.

Estimated value$172,259
CheaperTypical $118,942Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$112
CheaperTypical $96Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,540 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 502 Highway Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFostoria 51340Clay County
Estimated valuepricier than$172,25988% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11271% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,540 ft²78% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac70% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than197266% of homes67% of homes

About 502 Highway Ave Sw

How much is 502 Highway Ave Sw, Fostoria, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 502 Highway Ave Sw, Fostoria, IA is $172,259 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $154,473 to $190,045. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 502 Highway Ave Sw, Fostoria, IA last sell?

502 Highway Ave Sw, Fostoria, IA last sold on Oct 24, 2022 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 502 Highway Ave Sw, Fostoria, IA?

502 Highway Ave Sw, Fostoria, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,540 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 502 Highway Ave Sw, Fostoria, IA built?

502 Highway Ave Sw, Fostoria, IA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 502 Highway Ave Sw, Fostoria, IA?

502 Highway Ave Sw, Fostoria, IA is assigned to Fairview Park Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Spencer Middle School (middle), rated B-; Spencer High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Spencer Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 502 Highway Ave Sw, Fostoria, IA compare to other homes in Fostoria 51340?

Among the 103 homes in Fostoria 51340, it is worth more than 88% of them ($172,259 against a typical $118,942), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($112 against a typical $96), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,540 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1972 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Clay County, it is worth more than 56% 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 502 Highway Ave Sw, Fostoria, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 502 Highway Ave Sw, Fostoria, IA was $1,630. The county assessed it at $127,790.

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