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$181,494$88 / 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 77How 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 $179,000 on Jul 2, 2026

520 N 5TH ST

CHARITON, IA 50049
1 / 1
Baths
2,054 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1913
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.

Valuation

$181K
$140K low$223K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$179,000 · Jul 2, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,938 (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.$118,445 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,888
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$104,557
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$99,370
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$118,445

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLUCAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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.None
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 · 352 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.

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

H
Chariton High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Columbus Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.7 mi
M
Chariton Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Chariton Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50049These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.6,386
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.31 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,782
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,821
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.59%

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How this home compares

520 N 5th 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 72% of homes in Lucas County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Chariton 50049
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Lucas County

What homes are worth in Chariton 50049

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

This home
$38K$541K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Chariton 50049.

How it measures up in Chariton 50049

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chariton 50049.

Estimated value$181,494
CheaperTypical $153,291Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$88
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area2,054 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1913
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 520 N 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChariton 50049Lucas County
Estimated valuepricier than$181,49459% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8830% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than2,054 ft²88% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac27% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than191338% of homes36% of homes

About 520 N 5th St

How much is 520 N 5th St, Chariton, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 N 5th St, Chariton, IA is $181,494 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $140,171 to $222,817. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 N 5th St, Chariton, IA last sell?

520 N 5th St, Chariton, IA last sold on Jul 2, 2026 for $179,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 520 N 5th St, Chariton, IA?

520 N 5th St, Chariton, IA has 1 bathrooms, 2,054 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 520 N 5th St, Chariton, IA built?

520 N 5th St, Chariton, IA was built in 1913, making it 113 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 N 5th St, Chariton, IA?

520 N 5th St, Chariton, IA is assigned to Chariton High School (high), rated C+; Columbus Elementary School (elementary); Chariton Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Chariton Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 N 5th St, Chariton, IA compare to other homes in Chariton 50049?

Among the 3,154 homes in Chariton 50049, it is worth more than 59% of them ($181,494 against a typical $153,291), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($88 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,054 ft² against a typical 1,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1913 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Lucas County, it is worth more than 54% 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 N 5th St, Chariton, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 520 N 5th St, Chariton, IA was $1,938. The county assessed it at $118,445.

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