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$297,674$134 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $235,000 on Sep 23, 2021

1242 ADAMS ST

LA CROSSE, WI 54601
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,219 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$298K
$282K low$314K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$235,000 · Sep 23, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,999 (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.$287,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$247,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$225,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$299,800

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.28
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
1
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.1 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
CountyLa Crosse
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 440 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Hamilton Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Longfellow Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Central High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: La Crosse School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 54601These 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.116
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 100.12

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.49,928
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.626 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,068
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,168
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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.54%

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How this home compares

1242 Adams 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 more than 93% of homes in Holy Trinity / Longfellow
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in La Crosse 54601
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Holy Trinity / Longfellow
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Holy Trinity / Longfellow
  • Older than 92% of homes in La Crosse 54601

What homes are worth in La Crosse 54601

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

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$157K$695K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in La Crosse 54601.

How it measures up in La Crosse 54601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in La Crosse 54601.

Estimated value$297,674
CheaperTypical $278,486Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$134
CheaperTypical $201Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area2,219 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,333 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 1242 Adams St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHoly Trinity / LongfellowLa Crosse 54601La Crosse County
Estimated valuepricier than$297,67493% of homes58% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1348% of homes5% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than2,219 ft²97% of homes91% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac86% of homes45% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than18909% of homes8% of homes9% of homes

About 1242 Adams St

How much is 1242 Adams St, La Crosse, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1242 Adams St, La Crosse, WI is $297,674 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $281,589 to $313,759. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1242 Adams St, La Crosse, WI last sell?

1242 Adams St, La Crosse, WI last sold on Sep 23, 2021 for $235,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1242 Adams St, La Crosse, WI?

1242 Adams St, La Crosse, WI has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,219 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 1242 Adams St, La Crosse, WI built?

1242 Adams St, La Crosse, WI was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1242 Adams St, La Crosse, WI?

1242 Adams St, La Crosse, WI is assigned to Hamilton Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Longfellow Middle School (middle), rated D+; Central High School (high), rated D+. All sit in La Crosse School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1242 Adams St, La Crosse, WI compare to other homes in La Crosse 54601?

Among the 13,286 homes in La Crosse 54601, it is worth more than 58% of them ($297,674 against a typical $278,486), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($134 against a typical $201), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,219 ft² against a typical 1,333 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1890 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of La Crosse County, it is worth more than 45% 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 1242 Adams St, La Crosse, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1242 Adams St, La Crosse, WI was $4,999. The county assessed it at $287,600.

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