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$60,702$49 / 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 72How 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 $56,000 on Nov 30, 2020

540 EAST ST

BARNUM, IA 50518
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,238 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1936
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$61K
$44K low$78K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$56,000 · Nov 30, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$912 (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.$64,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,590
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$50,010
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$64,270
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$64,600

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.2 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
CountyWEBSTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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.Patio · 130 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
Manson Northwest Webster Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.1 mi
M
Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 8.7 mi

District: Manson Northwest Webster Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50518These 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.34
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.6%
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.382
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,740
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,384
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 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

540 East 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Barnum 50518
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Barnum 50518
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Barnum 50518
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Webster County

What homes are worth in Barnum 50518

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

This home
$68K$460K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Barnum 50518.

How it measures up in Barnum 50518

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Barnum 50518.

Estimated value$60,702
CheaperTypical $189,478Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$49
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area1,238 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 1.04 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1936
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 540 East St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBarnum 50518Webster County
Estimated valuepricier than$60,702almost no homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$492% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,238 ft²35% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac42% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than193638% of homes40% of homes

About 540 East St

How much is 540 East St, Barnum, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 East St, Barnum, IA is $60,702 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $43,819 to $77,585. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 540 East St, Barnum, IA last sell?

540 East St, Barnum, IA last sold on Nov 30, 2020 for $56,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 540 East St, Barnum, IA?

540 East St, Barnum, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,238 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 540 East St, Barnum, IA built?

540 East St, Barnum, IA was built in 1936, making it 90 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 540 East St, Barnum, IA?

540 East St, Barnum, IA is assigned to Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Manson Northwest Webster Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 540 East St, Barnum, IA compare to other homes in Barnum 50518?

Among the 147 homes in Barnum 50518, it is worth more than almost none of them ($60,702 against a typical $189,478), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($49 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,238 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 1.04 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1936 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Webster County, it is worth more than 17% 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 540 East St, Barnum, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 540 East St, Barnum, IA was $912. The county assessed it at $64,600.

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