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$432,918$395 / 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
Last sold for $54,500 on Mar 30, 2015

542 FOREST ST S

COLFAX, IA 50054
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,096 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.
4.64 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1914
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.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$433K
$370K low$496K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$54,500 · Mar 30, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,138 (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.$259,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$93,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$165,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$259,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$259,100

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.43
48
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.13 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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
CountyJASPER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.64
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.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.Patio · 109 ft²Porch · 176 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.

E
Colfax-Mingo Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 3.0 mi
M
Colfax-Mingo Jr/Sr High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.6 mi

District: Colfax-Mingo Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50054These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
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.3,450
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.59 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,577
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,206
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

542 Forest St S 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 91% of homes in Jasper County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Colfax 50054
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Colfax 50054
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Jasper County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Jasper County

What homes are worth in Colfax 50054

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

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$66K$618K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Colfax 50054.

How it measures up in Colfax 50054

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Colfax 50054.

Estimated value$432,918
CheaperTypical $217,736Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$395
CheaperTypical $169Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,096 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,360 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size4.64 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1914
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 542 Forest St S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColfax 50054Jasper County
Estimated valuepricier than$432,91888% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$395almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,096 ft²27% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.64 ac85% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than191432% of homes17% of homes

About 542 Forest St S

How much is 542 Forest St S, Colfax, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Forest St S, Colfax, IA is $432,918 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $369,795 to $496,041. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 Forest St S, Colfax, IA last sell?

542 Forest St S, Colfax, IA last sold on Mar 30, 2015 for $54,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 542 Forest St S, Colfax, IA?

542 Forest St S, Colfax, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,096 square feet of living space and a 4.64-acre lot.

When was 542 Forest St S, Colfax, IA built?

542 Forest St S, Colfax, IA was built in 1914, making it 112 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 542 Forest St S, Colfax, IA?

542 Forest St S, Colfax, IA is assigned to Colfax-Mingo Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Colfax-Mingo Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Colfax-Mingo Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 Forest St S, Colfax, IA compare to other homes in Colfax 50054?

Among the 1,349 homes in Colfax 50054, it is worth more than 88% of them ($432,918 against a typical $217,736), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($395 against a typical $169), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,096 ft² against a typical 1,360 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (4.64 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1914 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Jasper County, it is worth more than 91% 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 542 Forest St S, Colfax, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 Forest St S, Colfax, IA was $3,138. The county assessed it at $259,100.

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