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$26,144$22 / 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 43How 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 $35,000 on Feb 2, 2026

839 FRANKLIN ST

WAPELLO, IA 52653
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,176 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1903
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$26K
$11K low$41K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$35,000 · Feb 2, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,260 (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.$78,410 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,360
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$57,050
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$60,730
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$78,410

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.0.38
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 160 ft²Porch · 72 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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 · 0.4 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

839 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Wapello 52653
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Wapello 52653
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Louisa County
  • 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.

This home
$51K$495K

This home is worth less than almost all 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$26,144
CheaperTypical $140,908Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$22
CheaperTypical $110Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,342 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1903
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 839 Franklin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWapello 52653Louisa County
Estimated valuepricier than$26,144almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,176 ft²37% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac56% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than190317% of homes20% of homes

About 839 Franklin St

How much is 839 Franklin St, Wapello, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 839 Franklin St, Wapello, IA is $26,144 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $11,137 to $41,151. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 839 Franklin St, Wapello, IA last sell?

839 Franklin St, Wapello, IA last sold on Feb 2, 2026 for $35,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 839 Franklin St, Wapello, IA?

839 Franklin St, Wapello, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,176 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 839 Franklin St, Wapello, IA built?

839 Franklin St, Wapello, IA was built in 1903, making it 123 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 839 Franklin St, Wapello, IA?

839 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 839 Franklin St, Wapello, IA compare to other homes in Wapello 52653?

Among the 1,636 homes in Wapello 52653, it is worth more than almost none of them ($26,144 against a typical $140,908), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($22 against a typical $110), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,176 ft² against a typical 1,342 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1903 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Louisa County, it is worth more than almost no 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 839 Franklin St, Wapello, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 839 Franklin St, Wapello, IA was $1,260. The county assessed it at $78,410.

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