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$154,630$36 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $147,500 on May 24, 2006

6972 260TH ST

MEDIAPOLIS, IA 52637
6
Beds
1.5
Baths
4,324 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.
36.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1906
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$155K
$123K low$187K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$147,500 · May 24, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,532 (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.$346,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$79,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$267,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$290,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$346,600

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.42 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDES MOINES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.36.03
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.Yes
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, 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.Deck · 100 ft²Patio · 246 ft²Porch · 448 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.

E
Mediapolis Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.1 mi
M
Mediapolis Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.1 mi
H
Mediapolis High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.1 mi

District: Mediapolis Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52637These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,569
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,318
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,255
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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

6972 260th 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 70% of homes in Mediapolis 52637
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Mediapolis 52637
  • Among the largest homes in Mediapolis 52637
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Des Moines County
  • Older than 81% of homes in Mediapolis 52637

What homes are worth in Mediapolis 52637

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

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$70K$557K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Mediapolis 52637.

How it measures up in Mediapolis 52637

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mediapolis 52637.

Estimated value$154,630
CheaperTypical $193,871Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$36
CheaperTypical $132Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area4,324 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,544 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size36.03 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1906
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 6972 260th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMediapolis 52637Des Moines County
Estimated valuepricier than$154,63030% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36almost no homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than4,324 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than36.03 ac94% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than190619% of homes25% of homes

About 6972 260th St

How much is 6972 260th St, Mediapolis, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6972 260th St, Mediapolis, IA is $154,630 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $122,579 to $186,681. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6972 260th St, Mediapolis, IA last sell?

6972 260th St, Mediapolis, IA last sold on May 24, 2006 for $147,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6972 260th St, Mediapolis, IA?

6972 260th St, Mediapolis, IA has 6 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 4,324 square feet of living space and a 36.03-acre lot.

When was 6972 260th St, Mediapolis, IA built?

6972 260th St, Mediapolis, IA was built in 1906, making it 120 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 6972 260th St, Mediapolis, IA?

6972 260th St, Mediapolis, IA is assigned to Mediapolis Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Mediapolis Middle School (middle), rated A+; Mediapolis High School (high), rated B. All sit in Mediapolis Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6972 260th St, Mediapolis, IA compare to other homes in Mediapolis 52637?

Among the 1,116 homes in Mediapolis 52637, it is worth more than 30% of them ($154,630 against a typical $193,871), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($36 against a typical $132), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,324 ft² against a typical 1,544 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (36.03 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1906 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Des Moines County, it is worth more than 52% 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 6972 260th St, Mediapolis, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6972 260th St, Mediapolis, IA was $3,532. The county assessed it at $346,600.

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