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$69,776$66 / 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 71How 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

544 JAMES ST

ARLINGTON, IA 50606
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,056 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
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.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$70K
$50K low$90K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,324 (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.$167,490 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,220
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$160,270
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$144,130
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$167,490

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyFAYETTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Deck · 360 ft²

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

E
Starmont Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.2 mi
M
Starmont Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.2 mi
H
Starmont High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi

District: Starmont Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50606These 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.145
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.950
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,887
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,932
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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.61%

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How this home compares

544 James 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 72% of homes in Fayette County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Arlington 50606
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Arlington 50606
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Fayette County

What homes are worth in Arlington 50606

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

This home
$17K$478K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Arlington 50606.

How it measures up in Arlington 50606

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arlington 50606.

Estimated value$69,776
CheaperTypical $107,189Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$66
CheaperTypical $74Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,533 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 1.76 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 544 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArlington 50606Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$69,77632% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6645% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²11% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac7% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than197771% of homes77% of homes

About 544 James St

How much is 544 James St, Arlington, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 544 James St, Arlington, IA is $69,776 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $49,769 to $89,783. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 544 James St, Arlington, IA last sell?

544 James St, Arlington, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 544 James St, Arlington, IA?

544 James St, Arlington, IA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,056 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 544 James St, Arlington, IA built?

544 James St, Arlington, IA was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 544 James St, Arlington, IA?

544 James St, Arlington, IA is assigned to Starmont Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Starmont Middle School (middle), rated B-; Starmont High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Starmont Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 544 James St, Arlington, IA compare to other homes in Arlington 50606?

Among the 419 homes in Arlington 50606, it is worth more than 32% of them ($69,776 against a typical $107,189), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($66 against a typical $74), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 1,533 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 1.76 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1977 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 28% 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 544 James St, Arlington, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 544 James St, Arlington, IA was $2,324. The county assessed it at $167,490.

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