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$74,635
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 76How 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

605 SOUTH AVE

CHARITON, IA 50049
0
Baths
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$75K
$56K low$93K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$520 (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.$26,636 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,978
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,658
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$26,636
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$26,636

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential (General/Single)
CountyLUCAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Columbus Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.7 mi
H
Chariton High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Chariton Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Chariton Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50049These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.6,386
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.31 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,782
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,821
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

605 South 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 less than 89% of homes in Lucas County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Lucas County
  • Among the newest homes in Chariton 50049

What homes are worth in Chariton 50049

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

This home
$43K$552K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Chariton 50049.

How it measures up in Chariton 50049

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chariton 50049.

Estimated value$74,635
CheaperTypical $156,905Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 605 South Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChariton 50049Lucas County
Estimated valuepricier than$74,63513% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac26% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 605 South Ave

How much is 605 South Ave, Chariton, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 605 South Ave, Chariton, IA is $74,635 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $56,428 to $92,842. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 605 South Ave, Chariton, IA last sell?

605 South Ave, Chariton, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 605 South Ave, Chariton, IA built?

605 South Ave, Chariton, IA was built in 2023, making it 3 years old.

What schools serve 605 South Ave, Chariton, IA?

605 South Ave, Chariton, IA is assigned to Columbus Elementary School (elementary); Chariton High School (high), rated C-; Chariton Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Chariton Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 605 South Ave, Chariton, IA compare to other homes in Chariton 50049?

Among the 3,156 homes in Chariton 50049, it is worth more than 13% of them ($74,635 against a typical $156,905), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Lucas County, it is worth more than 11% 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 South Ave, Chariton, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 605 South Ave, Chariton, IA was $520. The county assessed it at $26,636.

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