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$71,387$59 / 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 83How 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 $83,000 on Apr 7, 2025

223 HOWARD ST

CHESTER, NE 68327
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,201 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.
2.02 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1911
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$71K
$59K low$84K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$83,000 · Apr 7, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$510 (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.$51,152 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,816
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$42,336
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$26,472
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$51,152

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyTHAYER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.02
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.Yes
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.Porch · 341 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Thayer Central High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 11.3 mi
E
Thayer Central Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 11.3 mi

District: Thayer Central Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68327These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.87%
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.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.217
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,254
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,285
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.65%

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How this home compares

223 Howard 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 73% of homes in Thayer County
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Thayer County
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Chester 68327
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Chester 68327
  • Older than 71% of homes in Thayer County

What homes are worth in Chester 68327

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

This home
$29K$225K

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Chester 68327.

How it measures up in Chester 68327

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chester 68327.

Estimated value$71,387
CheaperTypical $78,423Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$59
CheaperTypical $56Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,201 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,496 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size2.02 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1911
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 223 Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChester 68327Thayer County
Estimated valuepricier than$71,38743% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5953% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,201 ft²29% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.02 ac81% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than191137% of homes29% of homes

About 223 Howard St

How much is 223 Howard St, Chester, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 223 Howard St, Chester, NE is $71,387 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $59,088 to $83,686. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 223 Howard St, Chester, NE last sell?

223 Howard St, Chester, NE last sold on Apr 7, 2025 for $83,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 223 Howard St, Chester, NE?

223 Howard St, Chester, NE has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,201 square feet of living space and a 2.02-acre lot.

When was 223 Howard St, Chester, NE built?

223 Howard St, Chester, NE was built in 1911, making it 115 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 223 Howard St, Chester, NE?

223 Howard St, Chester, NE is assigned to Thayer Central High School (middle), rated B; Thayer Central Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Thayer Central Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 223 Howard St, Chester, NE compare to other homes in Chester 68327?

Among the 200 homes in Chester 68327, it is worth more than 43% of them ($71,387 against a typical $78,423), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($59 against a typical $56), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,201 ft² against a typical 1,496 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (2.02 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1911 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Thayer County, it is worth more than 27% 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 223 Howard St, Chester, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 223 Howard St, Chester, NE was $510. The county assessed it at $51,152.

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