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$79,350$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 54How 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 $20,000 on Jun 12, 1984

918 POLK ST

DEXTER, IA 50070
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,502 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1915
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$79K
$43K low$116K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$20,000 · Jun 12, 1984

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,184 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$157,470 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,360
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$145,110
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$154,720
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$157,470

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDallas
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood Frame
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (Unspecified)
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.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.Porch · 162 ft²

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

E
Dexter Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
West Central Valley High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi
M
West Central Valley Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.6 mi

District: West Central Valley Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50070These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
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.1,530
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,295
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,349
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.59%

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How this home compares

918 Polk 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 98% of homes in Dallas County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Dallas County
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Dexter 50070
  • Older than 94% of homes in Dallas County

What homes are worth in Dexter 50070

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

This home
$57K$589K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Dexter 50070.

How it measures up in Dexter 50070

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dexter 50070.

Estimated value$79,350
CheaperTypical $217,567Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$53
CheaperTypical $164Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,502 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1915
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 918 Polk St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDexter 50070Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$79,3508% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$533% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,502 ft²55% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac35% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than191527% of homes6% of homes

About 918 Polk St

How much is 918 Polk St, Dexter, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 918 Polk St, Dexter, IA is $79,350 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $42,584 to $116,116. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 918 Polk St, Dexter, IA last sell?

918 Polk St, Dexter, IA last sold on Jun 12, 1984 for $20,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 918 Polk St, Dexter, IA?

918 Polk St, Dexter, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,502 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 918 Polk St, Dexter, IA built?

918 Polk St, Dexter, IA was built in 1915, making it 111 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 918 Polk St, Dexter, IA?

918 Polk St, Dexter, IA is assigned to Dexter Elementary School (elementary); West Central Valley High School (high), rated C-; West Central Valley Middle School (middle). All sit in West Central Valley Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 918 Polk St, Dexter, IA compare to other homes in Dexter 50070?

Among the 834 homes in Dexter 50070, it is worth more than 8% of them ($79,350 against a typical $217,567), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($53 against a typical $164), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,502 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1915 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 2% 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 918 Polk St, Dexter, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 918 Polk St, Dexter, IA was $2,184. The county assessed it at $157,470.

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