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$72,631$53 / 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 72How 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

705 FRANKLIN ST

ELGIN, IA 52141
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,372 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1922
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$73K
$52K low$93K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,316 (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.$114,350 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,550
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$104,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$114,350
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$114,350

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.22 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyFAYETTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Mixed
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 · 91 ft²

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

E
Valley Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
M
North Fayette Valley Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
North Fayette Valley High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.3 mi

District: North Fayette Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52141These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.13%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,484
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.19 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,881
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,229
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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

705 Franklin 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 84% of homes in Elgin 52141
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Elgin 52141
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Elgin 52141

What homes are worth in Elgin 52141

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

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$23K$516K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Elgin 52141.

How it measures up in Elgin 52141

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elgin 52141.

Estimated value$72,631
CheaperTypical $151,406Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$53
CheaperTypical $106Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,372 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1922
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 705 Franklin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElgin 52141Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$72,63116% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5313% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,372 ft²39% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac20% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than192244% of homes43% of homes

About 705 Franklin St

How much is 705 Franklin St, Elgin, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 705 Franklin St, Elgin, IA is $72,631 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $52,317 to $92,945. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 705 Franklin St, Elgin, IA last sell?

705 Franklin St, Elgin, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 705 Franklin St, Elgin, IA?

705 Franklin St, Elgin, IA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,372 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 705 Franklin St, Elgin, IA built?

705 Franklin St, Elgin, IA was built in 1922, making it 104 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 705 Franklin St, Elgin, IA?

705 Franklin St, Elgin, IA is assigned to Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; North Fayette Valley Middle School (middle), rated B-; North Fayette Valley High School (high), rated B-. All sit in North Fayette Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 705 Franklin St, Elgin, IA compare to other homes in Elgin 52141?

Among the 658 homes in Elgin 52141, it is worth more than 16% of them ($72,631 against a typical $151,406), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($53 against a typical $106), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,372 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1922 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 29% 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 705 Franklin St, Elgin, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 705 Franklin St, Elgin, IA was $1,316. The county assessed it at $114,350.

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