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$106,376$93 / 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 76How 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 $120,000 on Aug 30, 2019

520 N CHESTNUT ST

WAPELLO, IA 52653
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,144 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.
0.17 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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$106K
$80K low$132K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Aug 30, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,942 (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.$131,790 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,360
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$125,430
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$131,790
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$131,790

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Conventional
CountyLOUISA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
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.Porch · 20 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.

E
Wapello Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Wapello Junior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Wapello Senior High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Wapello Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52653These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
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.3,831
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,339
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,390
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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 Chestnut 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 less than 74% of homes in Louisa County
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Louisa County
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Louisa County
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Louisa County

What homes are worth in Wapello 52653

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

This home
$48K$453K

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Wapello 52653.

How it measures up in Wapello 52653

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wapello 52653.

Estimated value$106,376
CheaperTypical $140,782Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$93
CheaperTypical $110Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,144 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 520 N Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWapello 52653Louisa County
Estimated valuepricier than$106,37629% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9336% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,144 ft²34% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac13% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than197260% of homes58% of homes

About 520 N Chestnut St

How much is 520 N Chestnut St, Wapello, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 N Chestnut St, Wapello, IA is $106,376 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $80,382 to $132,370. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 N Chestnut St, Wapello, IA last sell?

520 N Chestnut St, Wapello, IA last sold on Aug 30, 2019 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 520 N Chestnut St, Wapello, IA?

520 N Chestnut St, Wapello, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,144 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 520 N Chestnut St, Wapello, IA built?

520 N Chestnut St, Wapello, IA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 N Chestnut St, Wapello, IA?

520 N Chestnut St, Wapello, IA is assigned to Wapello Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Wapello Junior High School (middle), rated D+; Wapello Senior High School (high), rated D. All sit in Wapello Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 N Chestnut St, Wapello, IA compare to other homes in Wapello 52653?

Among the 1,636 homes in Wapello 52653, it is worth more than 29% of them ($106,376 against a typical $140,782), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($93 against a typical $110), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,144 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1972 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Louisa County, it is worth more than 26% 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 Chestnut St, Wapello, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 520 N Chestnut St, Wapello, IA was $1,942. The county assessed it at $131,790.

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