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$359,002$215 / 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 79How 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 $191,500 on Apr 2, 2010

5859 A AVE

PIERSON, IA 51048
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,673 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.
43.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
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.

Valuation

$359K
$284K low$434K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$191,500 · Apr 2, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,596 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$232,270 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$93,440
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$138,830
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$232,270
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$232,270

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.151 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
CountyCHEROKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.43.28
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
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 With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
MMCRU High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.7 mi
E
Marcus Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 10.8 mi

District: Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 51048These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.497
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.$73,477
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,259
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

5859 A Ave 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 97% of homes in Pierson 51048
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Pierson 51048
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Among the largest lots in Cherokee County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Pierson 51048

What homes are worth in Pierson 51048

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

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$30K$398K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Pierson 51048.

How it measures up in Pierson 51048

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pierson 51048.

Estimated value$359,002
CheaperTypical $97,479Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$215
CheaperTypical $68Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,673 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size43.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 5859 A Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePierson 51048Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$359,00297% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21597% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,673 ft²62% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than43.28 ac98% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than18905% of homes10% of homes

About 5859 A Ave

How much is 5859 A Ave, Pierson, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5859 A Ave, Pierson, IA is $359,002 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $283,845 to $434,159. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5859 A Ave, Pierson, IA last sell?

5859 A Ave, Pierson, IA last sold on Apr 2, 2010 for $191,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5859 A Ave, Pierson, IA?

5859 A Ave, Pierson, IA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,673 square feet of living space and a 43.28-acre lot.

When was 5859 A Ave, Pierson, IA built?

5859 A Ave, Pierson, IA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5859 A Ave, Pierson, IA?

5859 A Ave, Pierson, IA is assigned to MMCRU High School (high), rated B+; Marcus Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5859 A Ave, Pierson, IA compare to other homes in Pierson 51048?

Among the 281 homes in Pierson 51048, it is worth more than 97% of them ($359,002 against a typical $97,479), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($215 against a typical $68), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,673 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (43.28 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1890 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 93% 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 5859 A Ave, Pierson, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5859 A Ave, Pierson, IA was $2,596. The county assessed it at $232,270.

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