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$75,521$82 / 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 90How 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

1218 SW 5TH ST

TOPEKA, KS 66606
2
Beds
1
Baths
916 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.
2,850 ft²
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.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$76K
$68K low$83K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,009 (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.$7,693 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,693
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$66,900

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.39
33
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
48
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 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.Bungalow
CountyShawnee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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 · 48 ft²Porch · 379 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.

E
Meadows Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Topeka High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Robinson Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501

Neighborhood · ZIP 66606These 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.146
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,187
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,813 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,408
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,446
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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.61%

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How this home compares

1218 Sw 5th 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 94% of homes in Topeka 66606
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Among the smallest lots in Shawnee County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Shawnee County

What homes are worth in Topeka 66606

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

This home
$60K$445K

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Topeka 66606.

How it measures up in Topeka 66606

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topeka 66606.

Estimated value$75,521
CheaperTypical $145,533Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$82
CheaperTypical $119Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area916 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,312 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size2,850 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1903
OlderTypical 1934Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 1218 Sw 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWard MeadeTopeka 66606Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$75,52130% of homes6% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8267% of homes16% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than916 ft²13% of homes18% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,850 ft²7% of homes2% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than190333% of homes9% of homes3% of homes

About 1218 Sw 5th St

How much is 1218 Sw 5th St, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1218 Sw 5th St, Topeka, KS is $75,521 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $67,716 to $83,326. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1218 Sw 5th St, Topeka, KS last sell?

1218 Sw 5th St, Topeka, KS last sold on Apr 22, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1218 Sw 5th St, Topeka, KS?

1218 Sw 5th St, Topeka, KS has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 916 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 1218 Sw 5th St, Topeka, KS built?

1218 Sw 5th St, Topeka, KS was built in 1903, making it 123 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1218 Sw 5th St, Topeka, KS?

1218 Sw 5th St, Topeka, KS is assigned to Meadows Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Topeka High School (high), rated D-; Robinson Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1218 Sw 5th St, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66606?

Among the 4,085 homes in Topeka 66606, it is worth more than 6% of them ($75,521 against a typical $145,533), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($82 against a typical $119), it is bigger than 18% of them (916 ft² against a typical 1,312 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (2,850 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1903 against a typical 1934). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 10% 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 1218 Sw 5th St, Topeka, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1218 Sw 5th St, Topeka, KS was $1,009. The county assessed it at $7,693.

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