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$273,925$117 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $110,000 on Dec 16, 2002

1540 FOREST AVE

CRETE, NE 68333
2
Beds
3
Baths
2,332 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$274K
$260K low$287K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$110,000 · Dec 16, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,492 (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.$322,795 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$281,695
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$322,795
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$322,795

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.29
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
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.
51
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Modern
CountySALINE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Patio · 240 ft²

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

E
Crete Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.5 mi
M
Crete Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Crete High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Crete Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68333These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,128
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,212
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,542
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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How this home compares

1540 Forest 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 more than 70% of homes in Saline County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Crete 68333
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Saline County

What homes are worth in Crete 68333

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

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$78K$698K

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Crete 68333.

How it measures up in Crete 68333

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Crete 68333.

Estimated value$273,925
CheaperTypical $236,850Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$117
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area2,332 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,364 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 1540 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCrete 68333Saline County
Estimated valuepricier than$273,92561% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11713% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than2,332 ft²92% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac55% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than195041% of homes50% of homes

About 1540 Forest Ave

How much is 1540 Forest Ave, Crete, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1540 Forest Ave, Crete, NE is $273,925 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $260,457 to $287,393. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1540 Forest Ave, Crete, NE last sell?

1540 Forest Ave, Crete, NE last sold on Dec 16, 2002 for $110,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1540 Forest Ave, Crete, NE?

1540 Forest Ave, Crete, NE has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,332 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 1540 Forest Ave, Crete, NE built?

1540 Forest Ave, Crete, NE was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1540 Forest Ave, Crete, NE?

1540 Forest Ave, Crete, NE is assigned to Crete Elementary School (elementary); Crete Middle School (middle), rated A-; Crete High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Crete Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1540 Forest Ave, Crete, NE compare to other homes in Crete 68333?

Among the 2,606 homes in Crete 68333, it is worth more than 61% of them ($273,925 against a typical $236,850), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($117 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,332 ft² against a typical 1,364 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1950 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Saline County, it is worth more than 70% 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 1540 Forest Ave, Crete, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1540 Forest Ave, Crete, NE was $4,492. The county assessed it at $322,795.

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