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$224,402$216 / 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 93How 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 $119,500 on Mar 24, 2004

242 PALACE AVE

ELSMERE, KY 41018
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,040 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$224K
$208K low$241K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$119,500 · Mar 24, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,123 (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.$205,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$185,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$205,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$205,600

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
15
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Bi-Level
CountyKenton
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Arnett Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Tichenor Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Lloyd High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Erlanger-Elsmere Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 41018These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.210
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
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.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,595
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,355 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,157
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,501
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

242 Palace 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 67% of homes in Kenton County
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Erlanger 41018
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Kenton County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Erlanger 41018
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Erlanger 41018

What homes are worth in Erlanger 41018

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

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$124K$554K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Erlanger 41018.

How it measures up in Erlanger 41018

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Erlanger 41018.

Estimated value$224,402
CheaperTypical $228,738Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$216
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,134 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 242 Palace Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeErlanger 41018Kenton County
Estimated valuepricier than$224,40247% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21670% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²37% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac7% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than200285% of homes81% of homes

About 242 Palace Ave

How much is 242 Palace Ave, Elsmere, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Palace Ave, Elsmere, KY is $224,402 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $208,041 to $240,763. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Palace Ave, Elsmere, KY last sell?

242 Palace Ave, Elsmere, KY last sold on Mar 24, 2004 for $119,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 Palace Ave, Elsmere, KY?

242 Palace Ave, Elsmere, KY has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,040 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 242 Palace Ave, Elsmere, KY built?

242 Palace Ave, Elsmere, KY was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Palace Ave, Elsmere, KY?

242 Palace Ave, Elsmere, KY is assigned to Arnett Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Tichenor Middle School (middle), rated B-; Lloyd High School (high), rated C. All sit in Erlanger-Elsmere Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Palace Ave, Elsmere, KY compare to other homes in Erlanger 41018?

Among the 8,768 homes in Erlanger 41018, it is worth more than 47% of them ($224,402 against a typical $228,738), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($216 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 1,134 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (2002 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Kenton 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 242 Palace Ave, Elsmere, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Palace Ave, Elsmere, KY was $3,123. The county assessed it at $205,600.

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