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$239,160$113 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $174,213 on Apr 24, 2020

520 DOUGLAS ST

MERRILL, IA 51038
3
Beds
4 / 2
Baths
2,111 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.
0.2 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.
7
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

$239K
$208K low$271K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$174,213 · Apr 24, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,086 (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.$277,010 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,930
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$255,080
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$245,860
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$277,010

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPlymouth
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 336 ft²

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

M
Le Mars Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.0 mi
E
Kluckhohn Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 6.0 mi
H
Le Mars High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.0 mi

District: Le Mars Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51038These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
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.1,866
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,020
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,920
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

520 Douglas 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 less per square foot than 82% of homes in Merrill 51038
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Merrill 51038
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Merrill 51038
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Merrill 51038

What homes are worth in Merrill 51038

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

This home
$91K$571K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Merrill 51038.

How it measures up in Merrill 51038

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Merrill 51038.

Estimated value$239,160
CheaperTypical $221,129Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$113
CheaperTypical $152Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area2,111 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,516 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 520 Douglas St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerrill 51038Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$239,16057% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11318% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than2,111 ft²88% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac15% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than197265% of homes58% of homes

About 520 Douglas St

How much is 520 Douglas St, Merrill, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 Douglas St, Merrill, IA is $239,160 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $207,655 to $270,665. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 Douglas St, Merrill, IA last sell?

520 Douglas St, Merrill, IA last sold on Apr 24, 2020 for $174,213, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 520 Douglas St, Merrill, IA?

520 Douglas St, Merrill, IA has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,111 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 520 Douglas St, Merrill, IA built?

520 Douglas St, Merrill, IA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 Douglas St, Merrill, IA?

520 Douglas St, Merrill, IA is assigned to Le Mars Middle School (middle), rated A-; Kluckhohn Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Le Mars High School (high), rated A. All sit in Le Mars Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 Douglas St, Merrill, IA compare to other homes in Merrill 51038?

Among the 665 homes in Merrill 51038, it is worth more than 57% of them ($239,160 against a typical $221,129), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($113 against a typical $152), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,111 ft² against a typical 1,516 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1972 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 47% 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 520 Douglas St, Merrill, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 520 Douglas St, Merrill, IA was $3,086. The county assessed it at $277,010.

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