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$254,374$208 / 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 88How 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 $225,000 on Jun 13, 2025

1520 RUGER AVE

JANESVILLE, WI 53545
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,223 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$254K
$224K low$285K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Jun 13, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,933 (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.$177,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$161,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$188,390

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.Cape Cod
CountyROCK
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.1942
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 254 ft²Patio · 254 ft²Porch · 28 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
Roosevelt Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Craig High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Edison Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 mi

District: Janesville School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53545These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
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.22,576
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.928 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,159
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,377
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

1520 Ruger Ave 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 69% of homes in Janesville 53545
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Janesville 53545
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Rock County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Rock County

What homes are worth in Janesville 53545

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

This home
$160K$734K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Janesville 53545.

How it measures up in Janesville 53545

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Janesville 53545.

Estimated value$254,374
CheaperTypical $283,493Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$208
CheaperTypical $204Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,223 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,432 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 1520 Ruger Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJanesville 53545Rock County
Estimated valuepricier than$254,37431% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20854% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,223 ft²30% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac9% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than193930% of homes28% of homes

About 1520 Ruger Ave

How much is 1520 Ruger Ave, Janesville, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1520 Ruger Ave, Janesville, WI is $254,374 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $223,525 to $285,223. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1520 Ruger Ave, Janesville, WI last sell?

1520 Ruger Ave, Janesville, WI last sold on Jun 13, 2025 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1520 Ruger Ave, Janesville, WI?

1520 Ruger Ave, Janesville, WI has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,223 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 1520 Ruger Ave, Janesville, WI built?

1520 Ruger Ave, Janesville, WI was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1520 Ruger Ave, Janesville, WI?

1520 Ruger Ave, Janesville, WI is assigned to Roosevelt Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Craig High School (high), rated D+; Edison Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Janesville School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1520 Ruger Ave, Janesville, WI compare to other homes in Janesville 53545?

Among the 7,842 homes in Janesville 53545, it is worth more than 31% of them ($254,374 against a typical $283,493), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($208 against a typical $204), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,223 ft² against a typical 1,432 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1939 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Rock 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 1520 Ruger Ave, Janesville, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1520 Ruger Ave, Janesville, WI was $2,933. The county assessed it at $177,200.

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