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$98,301$205 / 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 64How 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

1222 NW POLK ST

TOPEKA, KS 66608
1
Beds
1
Baths
480 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$98K
$63K low$134K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$225 (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.$2,555 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,392
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$22,210

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.33
15
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
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.
46
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.2 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.Cottage
CountySHAWNEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (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 With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Quincy Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Topeka High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Chase Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501

Neighborhood · ZIP 66608These 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.145
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.4.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.3,788
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.888 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,870
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,739
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

1222 Nw 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 83% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Topeka 66608
  • Among the smallest homes in Shawnee County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Topeka 66608

What homes are worth in Topeka 66608

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

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$42K$327K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Topeka 66608.

How it measures up in Topeka 66608

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topeka 66608.

Estimated value$98,301
CheaperTypical $122,583Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$205
CheaperTypical $113Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area480 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,144 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 1222 Nw Polk St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopeka 66608Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$98,30136% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20596% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than480 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac20% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than195285% of homes33% of homes

About 1222 Nw Polk St

How much is 1222 Nw Polk St, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1222 Nw Polk St, Topeka, KS is $98,301 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $63,024 to $133,578. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1222 Nw Polk St, Topeka, KS last sell?

1222 Nw Polk St, Topeka, KS last sold on Feb 6, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1222 Nw Polk St, Topeka, KS?

1222 Nw Polk St, Topeka, KS has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 480 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 1222 Nw Polk St, Topeka, KS built?

1222 Nw Polk St, Topeka, KS was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1222 Nw Polk St, Topeka, KS?

1222 Nw Polk St, Topeka, KS is assigned to Quincy Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Topeka High School (high), rated D-; Chase Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1222 Nw Polk St, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66608?

Among the 1,811 homes in Topeka 66608, it is worth more than 36% of them ($98,301 against a typical $122,583), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($205 against a typical $113), it is bigger than almost none of them (480 ft² against a typical 1,144 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1952 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 17% 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 1222 Nw Polk St, Topeka, KS?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1222 Nw Polk St, Topeka, KS was $225. The county assessed it at $2,555.

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