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$190,865
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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $4,212,500 on Mar 5, 2019

1606 SW CHELSEA DR

TOPEKA, KS 66604
0
Baths
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$191K
$168K low$214K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$4,212,500 · Mar 5, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,594 (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.$18,302 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$18,302
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$159,150

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.40
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
50
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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.30%
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.Garden Home
CountyShawnee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning 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.Patio · 360 ft²Porch · 384 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
McCarter Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Topeka West High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Landon Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501

Neighborhood · ZIP 66604These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.23,197
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,642 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,377
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,777
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%

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How this home compares

1606 Sw Chelsea Dr 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 67% of homes in Topeka 66604
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Topeka 66604
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Topeka 66604

What homes are worth in Topeka 66604

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

This home
$61K$437K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Topeka 66604.

How it measures up in Topeka 66604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topeka 66604.

Estimated value$190,865
CheaperTypical $161,901Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 1606 Sw Chelsea Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopeka 66604Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$190,86567% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac73% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than197892% of homes67% of homes

About 1606 Sw Chelsea Dr

How much is 1606 Sw Chelsea Dr, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1606 Sw Chelsea Dr, Topeka, KS is $190,865 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $168,092 to $213,638. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1606 Sw Chelsea Dr, Topeka, KS last sell?

1606 Sw Chelsea Dr, Topeka, KS last sold on Mar 5, 2019 for $4,212,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 1606 Sw Chelsea Dr, Topeka, KS built?

1606 Sw Chelsea Dr, Topeka, KS was built in 1978, making it 48 years old.

What schools serve 1606 Sw Chelsea Dr, Topeka, KS?

1606 Sw Chelsea Dr, Topeka, KS is assigned to McCarter Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Topeka West High School (high), rated D; Landon Middle School (middle), 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 1606 Sw Chelsea Dr, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66604?

Among the 8,512 homes in Topeka 66604, it is worth more than 67% of them ($190,865 against a typical $161,901), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (1978 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 46% 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 1606 Sw Chelsea Dr, Topeka, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1606 Sw Chelsea Dr, Topeka, KS was $2,594. The county assessed it at $18,302.

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