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$282,705$159 / 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 94How 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 $118,000 on Mar 2, 2016

228 ROOT AVE

HARTFORD, WI 53027
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,780 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1914
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$283K
$266K low$299K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$118,000 · Mar 2, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,362 (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.$198,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$158,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$198,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$241,158

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWashington
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes

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.

E
Lincoln Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Hartford High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Central Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Hartford Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53027These 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.100
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 100.21

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,479
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.258 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,697
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,318
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

228 Root 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 less than 85% of homes in Hartford 53027
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Hartford 53027
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Washington County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Hartford 53027

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

This home
$209K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Hartford 53027.

How it measures up in Hartford 53027

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hartford 53027.

Estimated value$282,705
CheaperTypical $409,304Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$159
CheaperTypical $219Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,780 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1914
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 228 Root Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHartford 53027Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$282,70515% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1597% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,780 ft²57% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac19% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than191413% of homes6% of homes

About 228 Root Ave

How much is 228 Root Ave, Hartford, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 228 Root Ave, Hartford, WI is $282,705 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $265,960 to $299,450. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 228 Root Ave, Hartford, WI last sell?

228 Root Ave, Hartford, WI last sold on Mar 2, 2016 for $118,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 228 Root Ave, Hartford, WI?

228 Root Ave, Hartford, WI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,780 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 228 Root Ave, Hartford, WI built?

228 Root Ave, Hartford, WI was built in 1914, making it 112 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 228 Root Ave, Hartford, WI?

228 Root Ave, Hartford, WI is assigned to Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Hartford High School (high), rated C; Central Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Hartford Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 228 Root Ave, Hartford, WI compare to other homes in Hartford 53027?

Among the 8,605 homes in Hartford 53027, it is worth more than 15% of them ($282,705 against a typical $409,304), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($159 against a typical $219), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,780 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1914 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 18% 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 228 Root Ave, Hartford, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 228 Root Ave, Hartford, WI was $2,362. The county assessed it at $198,300.

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