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$384,768$139 / 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 80How 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
Last sold for $130,000 on Feb 1, 2013

5481 280TH ST

SANBORN, IA 51248
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,760 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.
5.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$385K
$309K low$460K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$130,000 · Feb 1, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,832 (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.$294,270 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,790
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$285,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$226,450
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$294,270

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.83 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.A-Frame
CountyO'BRIEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.34
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.Heat Pump
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.DeckPatio · 196 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.

H
Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.9 mi
E
Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 12.0 mi
M
Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 12.6 mi

District: Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51248These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,021
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.25 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,326
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,909
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 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

5481 280th 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 more than 90% of homes in O'Brien County
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in O'Brien County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Sanborn 51248
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in O'Brien County

What homes are worth in Sanborn 51248

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

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$55K$585K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Sanborn 51248.

How it measures up in Sanborn 51248

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sanborn 51248.

Estimated value$384,768
CheaperTypical $179,343Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$139
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area2,760 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,474 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size5.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 5481 280th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSanborn 51248O'Brien County
Estimated valuepricier than$384,76888% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13959% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than2,760 ft²96% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.34 ac85% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than195954% of homes61% of homes

About 5481 280th St

How much is 5481 280th St, Sanborn, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5481 280th St, Sanborn, IA is $384,768 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $309,189 to $460,347. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5481 280th St, Sanborn, IA last sell?

5481 280th St, Sanborn, IA last sold on Feb 1, 2013 for $130,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5481 280th St, Sanborn, IA?

5481 280th St, Sanborn, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,760 square feet of living space and a 5.34-acre lot.

When was 5481 280th St, Sanborn, IA built?

5481 280th St, Sanborn, IA was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5481 280th St, Sanborn, IA?

5481 280th St, Sanborn, IA is assigned to Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn High School (high), rated B-; Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5481 280th St, Sanborn, IA compare to other homes in Sanborn 51248?

Among the 759 homes in Sanborn 51248, it is worth more than 88% of them ($384,768 against a typical $179,343), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($139 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,760 ft² against a typical 1,474 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (5.34 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1959 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of O'Brien County, it is worth more than 90% 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 5481 280th St, Sanborn, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5481 280th St, Sanborn, IA was $2,832. The county assessed it at $294,270.

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