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$146,779$151 / 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 $19,950 on Aug 21, 2025

1936 SW JAMES ST

TOPEKA, KS 66604
2
Beds
1
Baths
972 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.
0.17 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.
5
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

$147K
$139K low$154K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$19,950 · Aug 21, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,038 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$15,290 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,874
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$132,950

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
36
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
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.7 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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountySHAWNEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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, Attached
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.DeckPorch · 322 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
Whitson Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Topeka West High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
French Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 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

1936 Sw James 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.

  • Worth less than 67% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Topeka 66604
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Topeka 66604
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Shawnee County

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
$59K$478K

This home is worth more than 41% 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$146,779
CheaperTypical $161,357Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $124Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area972 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 1936 Sw James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopeka 66604Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$146,77941% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15180% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than972 ft²17% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac46% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than195062% of homes29% of homes

About 1936 Sw James St

How much is 1936 Sw James St, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1936 Sw James St, Topeka, KS is $146,779 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $139,436 to $154,122. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1936 Sw James St, Topeka, KS last sell?

1936 Sw James St, Topeka, KS last sold on Aug 21, 2025 for $19,950, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1936 Sw James St, Topeka, KS?

1936 Sw James St, Topeka, KS has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 972 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 1936 Sw James St, Topeka, KS built?

1936 Sw James St, Topeka, KS was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1936 Sw James St, Topeka, KS?

1936 Sw James St, Topeka, KS is assigned to Whitson Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Topeka West High School (high), rated D; French 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 1936 Sw James St, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66604?

Among the 8,512 homes in Topeka 66604, it is worth more than 41% of them ($146,779 against a typical $161,357), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($151 against a typical $124), it is bigger than 17% of them (972 ft² against a typical 1,352 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1950 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 33% 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 1936 Sw James St, Topeka, KS?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1936 Sw James St, Topeka, KS was $2,038. The county assessed it at $15,290.

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