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$241,255$114 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $137,000 on May 15, 2017

1501 RURAL ST

EMPORIA, KS 66801
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,122 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1911
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$241K
$221K low$262K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$137,000 · May 15, 2017
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.122%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$135,000
EMPORIA STATE FCU · R · recorded May 23, 2006
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$107,880
EMPORIA STATE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
3rd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$13,200

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,214 (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.$26,289 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,278
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,011
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$25,668
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$228,600

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLYON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
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.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 32 ft²Porch · 150 ft²

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

E
Walnut Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Emporia High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Emporia Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Emporia Unified School District 253

Neighborhood · ZIP 66801These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,509
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.83 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,608
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,700
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1501 Rural 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 73% of homes in Emporia 66801
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Emporia 66801
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Emporia 66801
  • Older than 87% of homes in Emporia 66801

What homes are worth in Emporia 66801

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

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$45K$498K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Emporia 66801.

How it measures up in Emporia 66801

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Emporia 66801.

Estimated value$241,255
CheaperTypical $170,978Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$114
CheaperTypical $133Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area2,122 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,288 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1911
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 1501 Rural St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEmporia 66801Lyon County
Estimated valuepricier than$241,25573% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11437% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than2,122 ft²90% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac70% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than191113% of homes15% of homes

About 1501 Rural St

How much is 1501 Rural St, Emporia, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1501 Rural St, Emporia, KS is $241,255 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $220,692 to $261,818. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1501 Rural St, Emporia, KS last sell?

1501 Rural St, Emporia, KS last sold on May 15, 2017 for $137,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1501 Rural St, Emporia, KS?

1501 Rural St, Emporia, KS has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,122 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 1501 Rural St, Emporia, KS built?

1501 Rural St, Emporia, KS was built in 1911, making it 115 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1501 Rural St, Emporia, KS?

1501 Rural St, Emporia, KS is assigned to Walnut Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Emporia High School (high), rated C; Emporia Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Emporia Unified School District 253. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1501 Rural St, Emporia, KS compare to other homes in Emporia 66801?

Among the 8,630 homes in Emporia 66801, it is worth more than 73% of them ($241,255 against a typical $170,978), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($114 against a typical $133), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,122 ft² against a typical 1,288 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1911 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Lyon County, it is worth more than 72% 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 1501 Rural St, Emporia, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1501 Rural St, Emporia, KS was $4,214. The county assessed it at $26,289.

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