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$82,417$62 / 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 73How 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 $22,500 on Feb 21, 2013

53 5TH ST

MELVIN, IA 51350
2
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,320 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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$82K
$60K low$104K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$22,500 · Feb 21, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$190 (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.$49,360 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$45,260
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$44,920
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$49,360

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyOsceola
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.51
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 54 ft²Porch · 36 ft²

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

H
Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.6 mi
E
Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 9.6 mi
M
Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 10.2 mi

District: Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51350These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
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.85%
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.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.371
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,979
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,559
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 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

53 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.

  • Worth less than 81% of homes in Osceola County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Osceola County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Melvin 51350

What homes are worth in Melvin 51350

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

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$38K$279K

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Melvin 51350.

How it measures up in Melvin 51350

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Melvin 51350.

Estimated value$82,417
CheaperTypical $93,692Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$62
CheaperTypical $63Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,320 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,558 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1932Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 53 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMelvin 51350Osceola County
Estimated valuepricier than$82,41735% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6248% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,320 ft²31% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.51 ac60% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than194863% of homes54% of homes

About 53 5th St

How much is 53 5th St, Melvin, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 5th St, Melvin, IA is $82,417 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $60,447 to $104,387. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 5th St, Melvin, IA last sell?

53 5th St, Melvin, IA last sold on Feb 21, 2013 for $22,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 5th St, Melvin, IA?

53 5th St, Melvin, IA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,320 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.

When was 53 5th St, Melvin, IA built?

53 5th St, Melvin, IA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 53 5th St, Melvin, IA?

53 5th St, Melvin, IA is assigned to Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn High School (high), rated B-; Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 5th St, Melvin, IA compare to other homes in Melvin 51350?

Among the 211 homes in Melvin 51350, it is worth more than 35% of them ($82,417 against a typical $93,692), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($62 against a typical $63), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,320 ft² against a typical 1,558 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1948 against a typical 1932). Measured against all of Osceola County, it is worth more than 19% 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 53 5th St, Melvin, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 53 5th St, Melvin, IA was $190. The county assessed it at $49,360.

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