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$245,040$170 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

9509 GARNET LN

JOHNSTON, IA 50131
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,444 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.
2,538 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
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

$245K
$230K low$260K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,358 (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.$266,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$232,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$247,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$266,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
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.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Patio · 100 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
Summit Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–7 · 0.2 mi
E
Horizon Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Johnston High SchoolA
High · Grades 10–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Johnston Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50131These 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.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
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.24,921
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.990 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,086
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,616
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

9509 Garnet Ln 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 87% of homes in Johnston 50131
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Johnston 50131
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Johnston 50131
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Polk County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Johnston 50131

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

This home
$187K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Johnston 50131.

How it measures up in Johnston 50131

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Johnston 50131.

Estimated value$245,040
CheaperTypical $400,610Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$170
CheaperTypical $209Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,444 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,908 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size2,538 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 9509 Garnet Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJohnston 50131Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$245,04013% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17020% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,444 ft²22% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,538 ft²12% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than200040% of homes70% of homes

About 9509 Garnet Ln

How much is 9509 Garnet Ln, Johnston, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9509 Garnet Ln, Johnston, IA is $245,040 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $229,808 to $260,272. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9509 Garnet Ln, Johnston, IA last sell?

9509 Garnet Ln, Johnston, IA last sold on Sep 3, 2020, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 9509 Garnet Ln, Johnston, IA?

9509 Garnet Ln, Johnston, IA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,444 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 9509 Garnet Ln, Johnston, IA built?

9509 Garnet Ln, Johnston, IA was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9509 Garnet Ln, Johnston, IA?

9509 Garnet Ln, Johnston, IA is assigned to Summit Middle School (middle), rated A; Horizon Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Johnston High School (high), rated A. All sit in Johnston Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9509 Garnet Ln, Johnston, IA compare to other homes in Johnston 50131?

Among the 7,668 homes in Johnston 50131, it is worth more than 13% of them ($245,040 against a typical $400,610), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($170 against a typical $209), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,444 ft² against a typical 1,908 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (2,538 ft² against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (2000 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 41% 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 9509 Garnet Ln, Johnston, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 9509 Garnet Ln, Johnston, IA was $4,358. The county assessed it at $266,800.

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