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$274,701$222 / 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 93How 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 $180,000 on Jun 15, 2016

505 SW STATE ST

ANKENY, IA 50023
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,240 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$275K
$256K low$293K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$180,000 · Jun 15, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,946 (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.$319,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$70,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$248,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$294,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$319,400

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
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 225 ft²Porch · 336 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Northwest Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Prairie Ridge Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–7 · 1.0 mi
H
Ankeny Centennial High SchoolA
High · Grades 10–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Ankeny Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50023These 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.66
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 100.11

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.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,988
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,012 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,554
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,347
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

505 Sw State 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 74% of homes in Ankeny 50023
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Polk County
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Ankeny 50023
  • Older than 94% of homes in Ankeny 50023

What homes are worth in Ankeny 50023

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

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$161K$790K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Ankeny 50023.

How it measures up in Ankeny 50023

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ankeny 50023.

Estimated value$274,701
CheaperTypical $357,754Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$222
CheaperTypical $219Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,240 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,611 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 505 Sw State St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAnkeny 50023Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$274,70126% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22251% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,240 ft²17% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac51% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than19626% of homes36% of homes

About 505 Sw State St

How much is 505 Sw State St, Ankeny, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 505 Sw State St, Ankeny, IA is $274,701 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $256,262 to $293,140. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 505 Sw State St, Ankeny, IA last sell?

505 Sw State St, Ankeny, IA last sold on Jun 15, 2016 for $180,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 505 Sw State St, Ankeny, IA?

505 Sw State St, Ankeny, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,240 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 505 Sw State St, Ankeny, IA built?

505 Sw State St, Ankeny, IA was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 505 Sw State St, Ankeny, IA?

505 Sw State St, Ankeny, IA is assigned to Northwest Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Prairie Ridge Middle School (middle), rated B; Ankeny Centennial High School (high), rated A. All sit in Ankeny Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 505 Sw State St, Ankeny, IA compare to other homes in Ankeny 50023?

Among the 15,932 homes in Ankeny 50023, it is worth more than 26% of them ($274,701 against a typical $357,754), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($222 against a typical $219), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,240 ft² against a typical 1,611 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1962 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 50% 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 505 Sw State St, Ankeny, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 505 Sw State St, Ankeny, IA was $4,946. The county assessed it at $319,400.

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