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$208,234$149 / 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 86How 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 $157,500 on Jun 9, 2026

520 N 8TH ST

CHARITON, IA 50049
1
Baths
1,397 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$208K
$179K low$237K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$157,500 · Jun 9, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,506 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$183,932 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,799
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$168,133
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$179,801
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$183,932

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.0.16
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.Concrete
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, 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 · 30 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.

H
Chariton High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.1 mi
E
Columbus Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.6 mi
M
Chariton Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 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 8th 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 more than 66% of homes in Chariton 50049
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% 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.

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$41K$544K

This home is worth more than 66% 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$208,234
CheaperTypical $153,471Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$149
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,397 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 520 N 8th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChariton 50049Lucas County
Estimated valuepricier than$208,23466% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14963% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,397 ft²58% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac10% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than196456% of homes52% of homes

About 520 N 8th St

How much is 520 N 8th St, Chariton, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 N 8th St, Chariton, IA is $208,234 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $179,102 to $237,366. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 N 8th St, Chariton, IA last sell?

520 N 8th St, Chariton, IA last sold on Jun 9, 2026 for $157,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 520 N 8th St, Chariton, IA?

520 N 8th St, Chariton, IA has 1 bathrooms, 1,397 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 520 N 8th St, Chariton, IA built?

520 N 8th St, Chariton, IA was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 N 8th St, Chariton, IA?

520 N 8th St, Chariton, IA is assigned to Chariton High School (high), rated C-; Columbus Elementary School (elementary); Chariton Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Chariton Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 N 8th St, Chariton, IA compare to other homes in Chariton 50049?

Among the 3,156 homes in Chariton 50049, it is worth more than 66% of them ($208,234 against a typical $153,471), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($149 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,397 ft² against a typical 1,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1964 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Lucas County, it is worth more than 62% 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 8th St, Chariton, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 520 N 8th St, Chariton, IA was $3,506. The county assessed it at $183,932.

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