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$172,060$105 / 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 79How 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 $285,000 on Jun 30, 2021

242 E CONGRESS ST

POLK, OH 44866
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,633 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.
3.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$172K
$136K low$209K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,000 · Jun 30, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,324 (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.$66,130 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,570
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$55,560
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$66,130
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$188,960

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.2
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyAshland
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.18
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 224 ft²Porch · 360 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Mapleton Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.0 mi
H
Mapleton High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi
M
Mapleton Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.2 mi

District: Mapleton Local School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 44866These 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.67
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.133
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.2,306
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.84 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,563
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,210
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

242 E 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 78% of homes in Ashland County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Ashland County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Ashland County

What homes are worth in Polk 44866

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

This home
$42K$462K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Polk 44866.

How it measures up in Polk 44866

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Polk 44866.

Estimated value$172,060
CheaperTypical $180,194Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$105
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,633 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,576 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size3.18 ac
SmallerTypical 2.01 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 242 E Congress St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePolk 44866Ashland County
Estimated valuepricier than$172,06047% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10536% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,633 ft²54% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.18 ac68% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than199672% of homes79% of homes

About 242 E Congress St

How much is 242 E Congress St, Polk, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 E Congress St, Polk, OH is $172,060 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $135,580 to $208,540. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 E Congress St, Polk, OH last sell?

242 E Congress St, Polk, OH last sold on Jun 30, 2021 for $285,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 E Congress St, Polk, OH?

242 E Congress St, Polk, OH has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,633 square feet of living space and a 3.18-acre lot.

When was 242 E Congress St, Polk, OH built?

242 E Congress St, Polk, OH was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 E Congress St, Polk, OH?

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

How does 242 E Congress St, Polk, OH compare to other homes in Polk 44866?

Among the 752 homes in Polk 44866, it is worth more than 47% of them ($172,060 against a typical $180,194), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($105 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,633 ft² against a typical 1,576 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (3.18 ac against a typical 2.01 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1996 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Ashland County, it is worth more than 36% 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 242 E Congress St, Polk, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 E Congress St, Polk, OH was $2,324. The county assessed it at $66,130.

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