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$205,482$87 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $132,500 on Jul 10, 2020

185 CONGRESS ST

WEST SALEM, OH 44287
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,362 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.
0.98 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1922
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$205K
$182K low$228K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$132,500 · Jul 10, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,618 (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.$43,350 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,450
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$30,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$43,350
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$123,870

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
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 Residence
CountyWAYNE
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.98
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 90 ft²Shed · 70 ft²Porch · 338 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.

M
Northwestern Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi
H
Northwestern High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi
E
Northwestern Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.7 mi

District: Northwestern Local School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 44287These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.135
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,288
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.107 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,211
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,383
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

185 Congress 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Wayne County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in West Salem 44287
  • Older than 85% of homes in West Salem 44287

What homes are worth in West Salem 44287

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

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$58K$501K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in West Salem 44287.

How it measures up in West Salem 44287

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Salem 44287.

Estimated value$205,482
CheaperTypical $200,415Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$87
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area2,362 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.98 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1922
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 185 Congress St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Salem 44287Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$205,48252% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8713% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than2,362 ft²91% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.98 ac44% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than192215% of homes15% of homes

About 185 Congress St

How much is 185 Congress St, West Salem, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 185 Congress St, West Salem, OH is $205,482 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $182,486 to $228,478. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 185 Congress St, West Salem, OH last sell?

185 Congress St, West Salem, OH last sold on Jul 10, 2020 for $132,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 185 Congress St, West Salem, OH?

185 Congress St, West Salem, OH has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,362 square feet of living space and a 0.98-acre lot.

When was 185 Congress St, West Salem, OH built?

185 Congress St, West Salem, OH was built in 1922, making it 104 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 185 Congress St, West Salem, OH?

185 Congress St, West Salem, OH is assigned to Northwestern Middle School (middle), rated C+; Northwestern High School (high), rated C+; Northwestern Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Northwestern Local School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 185 Congress St, West Salem, OH compare to other homes in West Salem 44287?

Among the 2,959 homes in West Salem 44287, it is worth more than 52% of them ($205,482 against a typical $200,415), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($87 against a typical $139), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,362 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.98 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1922 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Wayne 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 185 Congress St, West Salem, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 185 Congress St, West Salem, OH was $1,618. The county assessed it at $43,350.

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