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$165,023$97 / 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 97How 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

144 SW 40TH TER

TOPEKA, KS 66609
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,700 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.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$165K
$160K low$170K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,344 (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.$17,573 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,940
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$152,810

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.46
57
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
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.
52
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.Bi-Level
CountySHAWNEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
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.Yes
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.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.DeckPatio · 180 ft²Porch · 187 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
Ross Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.5 mi
M
Eisenhower Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Highland Park High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501

Neighborhood · ZIP 66609These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.8,154
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.667 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,088
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,861
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

144 Sw 40th Ter 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 78% of homes in Topeka 66609
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Topeka 66609
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Topeka 66609
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Topeka 66609
  • Older than 82% of homes in Topeka 66609

What homes are worth in Topeka 66609

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

This home
$39K$536K

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Topeka 66609.

How it measures up in Topeka 66609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topeka 66609.

Estimated value$165,023
CheaperTypical $249,273Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$97
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,700 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,370 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 144 Sw 40th Ter ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopeka 66609Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$165,02322% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$978% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,700 ft²72% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac7% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than196318% of homes50% of homes

About 144 Sw 40th Ter

How much is 144 Sw 40th Ter, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 144 Sw 40th Ter, Topeka, KS is $165,023 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $159,880 to $170,166. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 144 Sw 40th Ter, Topeka, KS last sell?

144 Sw 40th Ter, Topeka, KS last sold on Sep 4, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 144 Sw 40th Ter, Topeka, KS?

144 Sw 40th Ter, Topeka, KS has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,700 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 144 Sw 40th Ter, Topeka, KS built?

144 Sw 40th Ter, Topeka, KS was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 144 Sw 40th Ter, Topeka, KS?

144 Sw 40th Ter, Topeka, KS is assigned to Ross Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Eisenhower Middle School (middle), rated C-; Highland Park High School (high), 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 144 Sw 40th Ter, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66609?

Among the 2,138 homes in Topeka 66609, it is worth more than 22% of them ($165,023 against a typical $249,273), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($97 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,700 ft² against a typical 1,370 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1963 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 39% 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 144 Sw 40th Ter, Topeka, KS?

The 2024 property tax bill for 144 Sw 40th Ter, Topeka, KS was $2,344. The county assessed it at $17,573.

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