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$447,862$259 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

5439 JAMES AVE SW

KALONA, IA 52247
5
Beds
4 / 2
Baths
1,728 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.
38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2013
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$448K
$387K low$509K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,520 (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.$387,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$81,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$305,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$347,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$387,100

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.9 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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyJOHNSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.38.00
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Porch · 48 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
Mid - Prairie Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.1 mi
E
Mid - Prairie East Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 4.1 mi
H
Mid - Prairie High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.8 mi

District: Mid-Prairie Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52247These 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.77
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 100.24

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.96%
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.6.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,035
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.63 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,298
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,317
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

5439 James Ave 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.

  • Worth more than 87% of homes in Kalona 52247
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Kalona 52247
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Johnson County
  • Among the largest lots in Johnson County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Kalona 52247

What homes are worth in Kalona 52247

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

This home
$117K$592K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Kalona 52247.

How it measures up in Kalona 52247

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kalona 52247.

Estimated value$447,862
CheaperTypical $280,918Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$259
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,728 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,586 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built2013
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 5439 James Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKalona 52247Johnson County
Estimated valuepricier than$447,86287% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25989% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,728 ft²60% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than38 ac93% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than201389% of homes81% of homes

About 5439 James Ave Sw

How much is 5439 James Ave Sw, Kalona, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5439 James Ave Sw, Kalona, IA is $447,862 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $386,781 to $508,943. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5439 James Ave Sw, Kalona, IA last sell?

5439 James Ave Sw, Kalona, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5439 James Ave Sw, Kalona, IA?

5439 James Ave Sw, Kalona, IA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,728 square feet of living space and a 38.00-acre lot.

When was 5439 James Ave Sw, Kalona, IA built?

5439 James Ave Sw, Kalona, IA was built in 2013, making it 13 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5439 James Ave Sw, Kalona, IA?

5439 James Ave Sw, Kalona, IA is assigned to Mid - Prairie Middle School (middle), rated C+; Mid - Prairie East Elementary School (elementary); Mid - Prairie High School (high), rated C. All sit in Mid-Prairie Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5439 James Ave Sw, Kalona, IA compare to other homes in Kalona 52247?

Among the 2,002 homes in Kalona 52247, it is worth more than 87% of them ($447,862 against a typical $280,918), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($259 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,728 ft² against a typical 1,586 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (38 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (2013 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Johnson County, it is worth more than 74% 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 5439 James Ave Sw, Kalona, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5439 James Ave Sw, Kalona, IA was $4,520. The county assessed it at $387,100.

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