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$129,909$101 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

542 MAIN ST

LANSING, IA 52151
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,280 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1896
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$130K
$119K low$141K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,288 (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.$134,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$121,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$120,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$134,600

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.29
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyALLAMAKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 135 ft²

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

H
Kee High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.1 mi
M
Lansing Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.1 mi
E
New Albin Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 9.7 mi

District: Eastern Allamakee Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52151These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,026
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,716
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,843
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

542 Main 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 92% of homes in Lansing 52151
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Lansing 52151
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Allamakee County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Allamakee County

What homes are worth in Lansing 52151

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

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$88K$663K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Lansing 52151.

How it measures up in Lansing 52151

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lansing 52151.

Estimated value$129,909
CheaperTypical $279,000Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$101
CheaperTypical $201Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,280 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,384 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.61 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1896
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 542 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLansing 52151Allamakee County
Estimated valuepricier than$129,9098% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1017% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,280 ft²42% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac14% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than189614% of homes12% of homes

About 542 Main St

How much is 542 Main St, Lansing, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Main St, Lansing, IA is $129,909 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $118,815 to $141,003. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 Main St, Lansing, IA last sell?

542 Main St, Lansing, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 542 Main St, Lansing, IA?

542 Main St, Lansing, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,280 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 542 Main St, Lansing, IA built?

542 Main St, Lansing, IA was built in 1896, making it 130 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 542 Main St, Lansing, IA?

542 Main St, Lansing, IA is assigned to Kee High School (high), rated A; Lansing Middle School (middle), rated A-; New Albin Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Eastern Allamakee Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 Main St, Lansing, IA compare to other homes in Lansing 52151?

Among the 1,397 homes in Lansing 52151, it is worth more than 8% of them ($129,909 against a typical $279,000), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($101 against a typical $201), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,280 ft² against a typical 1,384 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.61 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1896 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Allamakee County, it is worth more than 24% 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 Main St, Lansing, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 Main St, Lansing, IA was $2,288. The county assessed it at $134,600.

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