Lucas County property record for 501 E Smith St, Russell, IA 50238
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1 ba · 1,216 sqft · built 1900 |
| Lot Size | 1.07 acres (47,045 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on Record |
| Last Sale | $19,500 (Jun 2012) |
| Tax Bill | $972 (2026) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 1205103002 |
| Primary APN | 1205103002 |
|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
|---|---|
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,216 sqft Living Area |
| Basement Area | 1,216 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 1,216 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1900 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1900 |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Lot Area | 47,045 sqft (1.07 acres) |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 64 sqft |
| Cooling System | None |
|---|---|
| Heating System | HVAC |
| Street Address | 501 E SMITH ST |
|---|---|
| City | RUSSELL |
| State | IA |
| Zip | 50238-1006 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | 05-71-20 SMITHS ADD E 22', S 156' LOT 15 & W2/5 LOT 16 |
| Legal Range | 20W |
| Legal Township | 71N |
| Legal Section | 05 |
| Legal Subdivision | SMITHS ADD |
| Legal Lot Number | 15,16 |
| Jurisdiction | LUCAS IA |
| Township / Civil Division | WASHINGTON |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1017 |
| Census Tract | 950100 |
Source: Lucas County records, as of October 20, 2026
Owner names and exact recorded amounts shown locked on this page are available instantly with a free trial.
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 501 E SMITH ST, RUSSELL, IA 50238-1006 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jun 21, 2012 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Jun 21, 2012 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Document Number | 20121096 |
| Deed Book / Page | 2012 / 914 |
| Prior Transfer Date | May 8, 2012 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | D2012/0914 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
Source: Lucas County assessment roll, as of January 5, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Iowa |
| County | Lucas County |
| Municipality | Russell City |
| Unified School District | Chariton Community School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $972.00 (-1%) Homeowner's exemption Veteran's exemption | $73,635 (-) Land $14,289 Building $59,346 | $73,635 (-) Land $14,289 Building $59,346 |
| 2025 | $1,080.00 Homeowner's exemption Veteran's exemption | $73,635 (-4.25%) Land $14,289 Building $59,346 | $73,635 (-4.25%) Land $14,289 Building $59,346 |
| 2024 | $1,080.00 (+45.55%) | ||
| 2023 | $76,902 Land $14,289 Building $62,613 | $76,902 Land $14,289 Building $62,613 | |
| 2021 | $742.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective February 16, 2018
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone A, within 500 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 66% of the US · above 60% of Iowa |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.04% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | RUSSELL WATER SUPPLY serves 477 people · EPA ID IA5939009 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from RATHBUN REGIONAL WATER ASSN (RATHBUN) |
| Last State Inspection | Jan 2024 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2020–2022) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 3 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes. The service area is an EPA estimate; the actual supplier may differ.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 189 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Starlink Satellite | 280 / 30 |
| Windstream DSL · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 200 / 20 |
| Lockridge Networks Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Rise Broadband.
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures