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$108,423$60 / 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 76How 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

838 FRANKLIN ST

WAPELLO, IA 52653
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,813 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
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.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$108K
$82K low$135K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,672 (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.$114,930 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$101,970
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$107,740
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$114,930

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.9 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyLOUISA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 40 ft²Porch · 45 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Wapello Junior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Wapello Senior High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Wapello Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi

District: Wapello Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52653These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
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.3,831
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,339
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,390
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

838 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 73% of homes in Louisa County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Wapello 52653
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Wapello 52653
  • Older than 83% of homes in Wapello 52653

What homes are worth in Wapello 52653

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

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$49K$455K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Wapello 52653.

How it measures up in Wapello 52653

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wapello 52653.

Estimated value$108,423
CheaperTypical $140,908Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$60
CheaperTypical $110Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,813 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,342 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 838 Franklin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWapello 52653Louisa County
Estimated valuepricier than$108,42330% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$606% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,813 ft²77% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac47% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than190017% of homes20% of homes

About 838 Franklin St

How much is 838 Franklin St, Wapello, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 838 Franklin St, Wapello, IA is $108,423 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $81,929 to $134,917. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 838 Franklin St, Wapello, IA last sell?

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

How big is 838 Franklin St, Wapello, IA?

838 Franklin St, Wapello, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,813 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 838 Franklin St, Wapello, IA built?

838 Franklin St, Wapello, IA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 838 Franklin St, Wapello, IA?

838 Franklin St, Wapello, IA is assigned to Wapello Junior High School (middle), rated D+; Wapello Senior High School (high), rated D; Wapello Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Wapello Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 838 Franklin St, Wapello, IA compare to other homes in Wapello 52653?

Among the 1,636 homes in Wapello 52653, it is worth more than 30% of them ($108,423 against a typical $140,908), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($60 against a typical $110), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,813 ft² against a typical 1,342 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1900 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Louisa County, it is worth more than 27% 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 838 Franklin St, Wapello, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 838 Franklin St, Wapello, IA was $1,672. The county assessed it at $114,930.

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