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$236,563$179 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $191,000 on Jun 13, 2023

720 PENICK AVE

CHARITON, IA 50049
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,320 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.
1993
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

$237K
$208K low$265K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$191,000 · Jun 13, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,270 (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.$244,475 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$216,275
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$244,475
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$244,475

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLUCAS
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)
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.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, 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 · 48 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
Columbus Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.6 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

720 Penick 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 more than 73% of homes in Chariton 50049
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Chariton 50049
  • Newer than 81% of 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
$41K$544K

This home is worth more than 73% 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$236,563
CheaperTypical $153,471Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$179
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,320 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 720 Penick Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChariton 50049Lucas County
Estimated valuepricier than$236,56373% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17974% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,320 ft²52% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac47% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than199381% of homes77% of homes

About 720 Penick Ave

How much is 720 Penick Ave, Chariton, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 720 Penick Ave, Chariton, IA is $236,563 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $207,739 to $265,387. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 720 Penick Ave, Chariton, IA last sell?

720 Penick Ave, Chariton, IA last sold on Jun 13, 2023 for $191,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 720 Penick Ave, Chariton, IA?

720 Penick Ave, Chariton, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,320 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 720 Penick Ave, Chariton, IA built?

720 Penick Ave, Chariton, IA was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 720 Penick Ave, Chariton, IA?

720 Penick 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 720 Penick Ave, Chariton, IA compare to other homes in Chariton 50049?

Among the 3,156 homes in Chariton 50049, it is worth more than 73% of them ($236,563 against a typical $153,471), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($179 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,320 ft² against a typical 1,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (1993 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Lucas County, it is worth more than 68% 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 720 Penick Ave, Chariton, IA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 720 Penick Ave, Chariton, IA was $4,270. The county assessed it at $244,475.

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