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$116,319$73 / 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 73How 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 $19,000 on Mar 26, 2007

605 ASH ST

ELMA, IA 50628
5
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
1,594 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1917
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$116K
$85K low$148K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$19,000 · Mar 26, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,190 (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.$78,080 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,620
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$71,460
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$68,640
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$78,080

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHOWARD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Porch · 304 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
Crestwood High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 19.2 mi
M
Crestwood Middle School
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 19.3 mi
E
Crestwood Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 19.3 mi

District: Howard-Winneshiek Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50628These 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.143
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 100.10

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.89%
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.9.7%
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.1,189
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,178
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,288
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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

605 Ash 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 69% of homes in Howard County
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Howard County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Elma 50628

What homes are worth in Elma 50628

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

This home
$39K$406K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Elma 50628.

How it measures up in Elma 50628

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elma 50628.

Estimated value$116,319
CheaperTypical $152,788Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$73
CheaperTypical $98Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,594 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 2.72 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1917
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 605 Ash St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElma 50628Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$116,31934% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7330% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,594 ft²55% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac22% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than191740% of homes37% of homes

About 605 Ash St

How much is 605 Ash St, Elma, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 605 Ash St, Elma, IA is $116,319 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $84,958 to $147,680. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 605 Ash St, Elma, IA last sell?

605 Ash St, Elma, IA last sold on Mar 26, 2007 for $19,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 605 Ash St, Elma, IA?

605 Ash St, Elma, IA has 5 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,594 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 605 Ash St, Elma, IA built?

605 Ash St, Elma, IA was built in 1917, making it 109 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 605 Ash St, Elma, IA?

605 Ash St, Elma, IA is assigned to Crestwood High School (high), rated A-; Crestwood Middle School (middle); Crestwood Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Howard-Winneshiek Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 605 Ash St, Elma, IA compare to other homes in Elma 50628?

Among the 687 homes in Elma 50628, it is worth more than 34% of them ($116,319 against a typical $152,788), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($73 against a typical $98), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,594 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 2.72 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1917 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 31% 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 605 Ash St, Elma, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 605 Ash St, Elma, IA was $1,190. The county assessed it at $78,080.

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