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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 75How 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 $56,200 on May 20, 2005

1540 KESTER RD

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI 54494
0
Baths
1.84 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$99K
$74K low$123K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$56,200 · May 20, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,047 (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.$72,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$59,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$109,800

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
58
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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 Residential
CountyWOOD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.84
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Woodside Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.3 mi
H
Lincoln High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
M
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi

District: Wisconsin Rapids School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 54494These 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.83
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 100.14

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
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.27,186
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.203 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,076
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,439
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

1540 Kester Rd 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 93% of homes in Wood County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Wisconsin Rapids 54494

What homes are worth in Wisconsin Rapids 54494

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

This home
$64K$632K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Wisconsin Rapids 54494.

How it measures up in Wisconsin Rapids 54494

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wisconsin Rapids 54494.

Estimated value$98,548
CheaperTypical $223,563Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size1.84 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

How 1540 Kester Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWisconsin Rapids 54494Wood County
Estimated valuepricier than$98,5488% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.84 ac78% of homes73% of homes

About 1540 Kester Rd

How much is 1540 Kester Rd, Wisconsin Rapids, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1540 Kester Rd, Wisconsin Rapids, WI is $98,548 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $73,649 to $123,447. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1540 Kester Rd, Wisconsin Rapids, WI last sell?

1540 Kester Rd, Wisconsin Rapids, WI last sold on May 20, 2005 for $56,200, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

What schools serve 1540 Kester Rd, Wisconsin Rapids, WI?

1540 Kester Rd, Wisconsin Rapids, WI is assigned to Woodside Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Lincoln High School (high), rated C; Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Wisconsin Rapids School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1540 Kester Rd, Wisconsin Rapids, WI compare to other homes in Wisconsin Rapids 54494?

Among the 11,127 homes in Wisconsin Rapids 54494, it is worth more than 8% of them ($98,548 against a typical $223,563) and its lot is bigger than 78% of them (1.84 ac against a typical 0.47 ac). Measured against all of Wood County, it is worth more than 7% 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 Kester Rd, Wisconsin Rapids, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1540 Kester Rd, Wisconsin Rapids, WI was $1,047. The county assessed it at $72,200.

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