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$309,207$230 / 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 88How 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
Last sold for $2,500 on Sep 27, 1979

5868 GEAR ST

PROLE, IA 50229
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,344 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.
1.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$309K
$273K low$346K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,500 · Sep 27, 1979

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,772 (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.$289,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$99,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$190,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$305,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$289,500

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWarren
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.70
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
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.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 368 ft²Porch · 64 ft²

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

E
Oviatt Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 3.9 mi
M
Norwalk Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi
H
Norwalk High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi

District: Norwalk Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50229These 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.123
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.1,641
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.40 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,135
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,114
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.59%

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How this home compares

5868 Gear 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 82% of homes in Prole 50229
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Warren County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Prole 50229
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Prole 50229
  • Older than 68% of homes in Prole 50229

What homes are worth in Prole 50229

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

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$165K$848K

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Prole 50229.

How it measures up in Prole 50229

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Prole 50229.

Estimated value$309,207
CheaperTypical $432,204Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$230
CheaperTypical $251Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,688 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size1.7 ac
SmallerTypical 5.66 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 5868 Gear St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeProle 50229Warren County
Estimated valuepricier than$309,20718% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23039% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²22% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.7 ac8% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than197532% of homes37% of homes

About 5868 Gear St

How much is 5868 Gear St, Prole, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5868 Gear St, Prole, IA is $309,207 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $272,531 to $345,883. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5868 Gear St, Prole, IA last sell?

5868 Gear St, Prole, IA last sold on Sep 27, 1979 for $2,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5868 Gear St, Prole, IA?

5868 Gear St, Prole, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 1.70-acre lot.

When was 5868 Gear St, Prole, IA built?

5868 Gear St, Prole, IA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5868 Gear St, Prole, IA?

5868 Gear St, Prole, IA is assigned to Oviatt Elementary School (elementary); Norwalk Middle School (middle), rated B-; Norwalk High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Norwalk Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5868 Gear St, Prole, IA compare to other homes in Prole 50229?

Among the 495 homes in Prole 50229, it is worth more than 18% of them ($309,207 against a typical $432,204), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($230 against a typical $251), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,688 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (1.7 ac against a typical 5.66 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1975 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Warren County, it is worth more than 53% 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 5868 Gear St, Prole, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5868 Gear St, Prole, IA was $3,772. The county assessed it at $289,500.

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