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$249,293$219 / 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 95How 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 $242,500 on Dec 22, 2025

512 MAXWELL ST

MAXWELL, IA 50161
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,140 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
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

$249K
$236K low$262K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$242,500 · Dec 22, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,580 (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.$165,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$133,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$156,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$165,700

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.A-Frame
CountySTORY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.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 · 232 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Collins-Maxwell Middle/High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Collins-Maxwell Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.0 mi

District: Collins-Maxwell Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50161These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,406
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.42 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$136,335
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$154,256
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

512 Maxwell 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.

  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Maxwell 50161
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Maxwell 50161
  • Older than 73% of homes in Story County

What homes are worth in Maxwell 50161

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

This home
$84K$836K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Maxwell 50161.

How it measures up in Maxwell 50161

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Maxwell 50161.

Estimated value$249,293
CheaperTypical $255,870Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$219
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,140 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 1.5 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 512 Maxwell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMaxwell 50161Story County
Estimated valuepricier than$249,29348% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21963% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,140 ft²18% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac22% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than195646% of homes27% of homes

About 512 Maxwell St

How much is 512 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 512 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA is $249,293 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $236,193 to $262,393. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 512 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA last sell?

512 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA last sold on Dec 22, 2025 for $242,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 512 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA?

512 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,140 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 512 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA built?

512 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 512 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA?

512 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA is assigned to Collins-Maxwell Middle/High School (middle), rated C; Collins-Maxwell Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Collins-Maxwell Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 512 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA compare to other homes in Maxwell 50161?

Among the 806 homes in Maxwell 50161, it is worth more than 48% of them ($249,293 against a typical $255,870), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($219 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,140 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 1.5 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1956 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Story County, it is worth more than 42% 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 512 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 512 Maxwell St, Maxwell, IA was $2,580. The county assessed it at $165,700.

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