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$169,743$181 / 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 91How 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 $112,000 on Jun 30, 2016

509 E 1ST ST

WEST LIBERTY, IA 52776
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
938 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.
1944
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$170K
$155K low$185K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$112,000 · Jun 30, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,510 (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.$138,940 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,270
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$123,670
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$139,940
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$138,940

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyMUSCATINE
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)
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.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.Deck · 128 ft²Patio · 248 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 Liberty Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.6 mi
E
West Liberty Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.6 mi
H
West Liberty High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: West Liberty Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52776These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,303
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.$75,804
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,610
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

509 E 1st 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Muscatine County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in West Liberty 52776
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in West Liberty 52776

What homes are worth in West Liberty 52776

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

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This home is worth more than 37% of homes in West Liberty 52776.

How it measures up in West Liberty 52776

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Liberty 52776.

Estimated value$169,743
CheaperTypical $194,429Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$181
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area938 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,539 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1944
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 509 E 1st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Liberty 52776Muscatine County
Estimated valuepricier than$169,74337% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18173% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than938 ft²8% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac24% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than194443% of homes40% of homes

About 509 E 1st St

How much is 509 E 1st St, West Liberty, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 E 1st St, West Liberty, IA is $169,743 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $154,519 to $184,967. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 E 1st St, West Liberty, IA last sell?

509 E 1st St, West Liberty, IA last sold on Jun 30, 2016 for $112,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 509 E 1st St, West Liberty, IA?

509 E 1st St, West Liberty, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 938 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 509 E 1st St, West Liberty, IA built?

509 E 1st St, West Liberty, IA was built in 1944, making it 82 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 509 E 1st St, West Liberty, IA?

509 E 1st St, West Liberty, IA is assigned to West Liberty Middle School (middle), rated D+; West Liberty Elementary School (elementary), rated C; West Liberty High School (high), rated D+. All sit in West Liberty Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 E 1st St, West Liberty, IA compare to other homes in West Liberty 52776?

Among the 1,629 homes in West Liberty 52776, it is worth more than 37% of them ($169,743 against a typical $194,429), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($181 against a typical $139), it is bigger than 8% of them (938 ft² against a typical 1,539 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1944 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Muscatine County, it is worth more than 43% 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 509 E 1st St, West Liberty, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 E 1st St, West Liberty, IA was $2,510. The county assessed it at $138,940.

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