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$272,165$120 / 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 91How 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 $150,000 on Feb 13, 2017

2020 SW SIMS AVE

TOPEKA, KS 66604
2
Beds
2
Baths
2,265 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.
0.93 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1946
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$272K
$249K low$296K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Feb 13, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,039 (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.$27,857 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$25,523
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$242,230

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.38
24
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.
52
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.3 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.0.91
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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
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, 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.DeckPatio · 504 ft²Porch · 87 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.

H
Topeka West High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
McCarter Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
French Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 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

2020 Sw Sims 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 92% of homes in Topeka 66604
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Topeka 66604
  • Among the largest lots in Topeka 66604
  • Older than 75% 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.

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$60K$445K

This home is worth more than 92% 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$272,165
CheaperTypical $159,770Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area2,265 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,348 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.93 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1946
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 2020 Sw Sims Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopeka 66604Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$272,16592% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12046% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than2,265 ft²90% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.93 acalmost all homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than194653% of homes25% of homes

About 2020 Sw Sims Ave

How much is 2020 Sw Sims Ave, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2020 Sw Sims Ave, Topeka, KS is $272,165 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $248,525 to $295,805. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2020 Sw Sims Ave, Topeka, KS last sell?

2020 Sw Sims Ave, Topeka, KS last sold on Feb 13, 2017 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2020 Sw Sims Ave, Topeka, KS?

2020 Sw Sims Ave, Topeka, KS has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,265 square feet of living space and a 0.91-acre lot.

When was 2020 Sw Sims Ave, Topeka, KS built?

2020 Sw Sims Ave, Topeka, KS was built in 1946, making it 80 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2020 Sw Sims Ave, Topeka, KS?

2020 Sw Sims Ave, Topeka, KS is assigned to Topeka West High School (high), rated C; McCarter Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; French Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2020 Sw Sims Ave, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66604?

Among the 8,510 homes in Topeka 66604, it is worth more than 92% of them ($272,165 against a typical $159,770), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($120 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,265 ft² against a typical 1,348 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (0.93 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1946 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 68% 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 2020 Sw Sims Ave, Topeka, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2020 Sw Sims Ave, Topeka, KS was $4,039. The county assessed it at $27,857.

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