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$357,089
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 87How 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

242 POLITOS WAY

AMHERST, WI 54406
0
Baths
0.42 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$357K
$310K low$404K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,860 (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.$309,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$276,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$309,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$363,400

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
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
CountyPortage
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.42

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

E
Amherst Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.6 mi
M
Amherst Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Amherst High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Tomorrow River School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 54406These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
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.3,208
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.47 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,300
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,875
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

242 Politos Way 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 77% of homes in Portage County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Amherst 54406

What homes are worth in Amherst 54406

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

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$68K$676K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Amherst 54406.

How it measures up in Amherst 54406

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Amherst 54406.

Estimated value$357,089
CheaperTypical $271,234Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.42 ac
SmallerTypical 3.15 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

How 242 Politos Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmherst 54406Portage County
Estimated valuepricier than$357,08972% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.42 ac13% of homes33% of homes

About 242 Politos Way

How much is 242 Politos Way, Amherst, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Politos Way, Amherst, WI is $357,089 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $310,257 to $403,921. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

What schools serve 242 Politos Way, Amherst, WI?

242 Politos Way, Amherst, WI is assigned to Amherst Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Amherst Middle School (middle), rated A-; Amherst High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Tomorrow River School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Politos Way, Amherst, WI compare to other homes in Amherst 54406?

Among the 1,515 homes in Amherst 54406, it is worth more than 72% of them ($357,089 against a typical $271,234) and its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.42 ac against a typical 3.15 ac). Measured against all of Portage County, it is worth more than 77% 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 Politos Way, Amherst, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Politos Way, Amherst, WI was $4,860. The county assessed it at $309,100.

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