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$132,973$110 / 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 72How 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 $90,000 on Nov 6, 2020

556 W WALNUT ST

ELKHART, IA 50073
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,207 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$133K
$96K low$170K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$90,000 · Nov 6, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,006 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$118,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$88,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$104,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$118,500

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyPolk
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1930
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.Patio · 428 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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

H
North Polk High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi
M
North Polk Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.8 mi
E
Central Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.9 mi

District: North Polk Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50073These 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.149
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 100.12

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.0%
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.1,419
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.52 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,913
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,431
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.59%

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How this home compares

556 W Walnut 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Elkhart 50073
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Elkhart 50073
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Elkhart 50073
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Elkhart 50073
  • Older than 97% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Elkhart 50073

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

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$145K$1.5M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Elkhart 50073.

How it measures up in Elkhart 50073

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elkhart 50073.

Estimated value$132,973
CheaperTypical $322,881Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$110
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,207 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,421 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 2004Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 556 W Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkhart 50073Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$132,973almost no homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1103% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,207 ft²26% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac10% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than190010% of homes3% of homes

About 556 W Walnut St

How much is 556 W Walnut St, Elkhart, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 556 W Walnut St, Elkhart, IA is $132,973 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $95,699 to $170,247. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 556 W Walnut St, Elkhart, IA last sell?

556 W Walnut St, Elkhart, IA last sold on Nov 6, 2020 for $90,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 556 W Walnut St, Elkhart, IA?

556 W Walnut St, Elkhart, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,207 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 556 W Walnut St, Elkhart, IA built?

556 W Walnut St, Elkhart, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 556 W Walnut St, Elkhart, IA?

556 W Walnut St, Elkhart, IA is assigned to North Polk High School (high), rated A; North Polk Middle School (middle), rated A-; Central Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in North Polk Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 556 W Walnut St, Elkhart, IA compare to other homes in Elkhart 50073?

Among the 655 homes in Elkhart 50073, it is worth more than almost none of them ($132,973 against a typical $322,881), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($110 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,207 ft² against a typical 1,421 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1900 against a typical 2004). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 8% 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 556 W Walnut St, Elkhart, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 556 W Walnut St, Elkhart, IA was $2,006. The county assessed it at $118,500.

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