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$278,945$252 / 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 85How 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

523 16TH ST SW

LE MARS, IA 51031
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,106 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
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

$279K
$237K low$321K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,508 (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.$215,330 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,850
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$180,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$194,450
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$215,330

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.0.19
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Deck · 192 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Le Mars Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Kluckhohn Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Le Mars High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Le Mars Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51031These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,284
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.60 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,876
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,377
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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%

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How this home compares

523 16th St Sw 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 more per square foot than 82% of homes in Le Mars 51031
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Le Mars 51031

What homes are worth in Le Mars 51031

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

This home
$83K$657K

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Le Mars 51031.

How it measures up in Le Mars 51031

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Le Mars 51031.

Estimated value$278,945
CheaperTypical $256,689Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$252
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area1,106 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,497 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 523 16th St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLe Mars 51031Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,94556% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25282% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,106 ft²18% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac22% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than199376% of homes76% of homes

About 523 16th St Sw

How much is 523 16th St Sw, Le Mars, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 523 16th St Sw, Le Mars, IA is $278,945 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $236,702 to $321,188. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 523 16th St Sw, Le Mars, IA last sell?

523 16th St Sw, Le Mars, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 523 16th St Sw, Le Mars, IA?

523 16th St Sw, Le Mars, IA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,106 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 523 16th St Sw, Le Mars, IA built?

523 16th St Sw, Le Mars, IA was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 523 16th St Sw, Le Mars, IA?

523 16th St Sw, Le Mars, 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 523 16th St Sw, Le Mars, IA compare to other homes in Le Mars 51031?

Among the 4,582 homes in Le Mars 51031, it is worth more than 56% of them ($278,945 against a typical $256,689), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($252 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,106 ft² against a typical 1,497 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1993 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 55% 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 523 16th St Sw, Le Mars, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 523 16th St Sw, Le Mars, IA was $2,508. The county assessed it at $215,330.

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