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$141,398$145 / 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 60How 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 $198,436 on Oct 2, 2023

281 ROAD R

MADISON, KS 66860
2
Beds
1
Baths
973 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.
37.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1945
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$141K
$85K low$198K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$198,436 · Oct 2, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,660 (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.$47,738 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,127
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$43,611
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,912
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$407,360

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyLYON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.37.70
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
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.Deck · 55 ft²Shed · 168 ft²Porch · 91 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
Olpe Jr./Sr. High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 5.8 mi
E
Olpe Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.8 mi

District: Southern Lyon County Unified School District 252

Neighborhood · ZIP 66860These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,274
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,064
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,597
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

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How this home compares

281 Road R 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 more per square foot than 75% of homes in Madison 66860
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Lyon County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Lyon County

What homes are worth in Madison 66860

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

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$25K$520K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Madison 66860.

How it measures up in Madison 66860

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Madison 66860.

Estimated value$141,398
CheaperTypical $103,742Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$145
CheaperTypical $75Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area973 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,354 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size37.7 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1945
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 281 Road R ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMadison 66860Lyon County
Estimated valuepricier than$141,39863% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14575% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than973 ft²22% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than37.7 ac82% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than194557% of homes39% of homes

About 281 Road R

How much is 281 Road R, Madison, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Road R, Madison, KS is $141,398 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $84,841 to $197,955. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Road R, Madison, KS last sell?

281 Road R, Madison, KS last sold on Oct 2, 2023 for $198,436, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Road R, Madison, KS?

281 Road R, Madison, KS has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 973 square feet of living space and a 37.70-acre lot.

When was 281 Road R, Madison, KS built?

281 Road R, Madison, KS was built in 1945, making it 81 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Road R, Madison, KS?

281 Road R, Madison, KS is assigned to Olpe Jr./Sr. High School (middle), rated B+; Olpe Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Southern Lyon County Unified School District 252. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Road R, Madison, KS compare to other homes in Madison 66860?

Among the 672 homes in Madison 66860, it is worth more than 63% of them ($141,398 against a typical $103,742), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($145 against a typical $75), it is bigger than 22% of them (973 ft² against a typical 1,354 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (37.7 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1945 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Lyon County, it is worth more than 38% 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 281 Road R, Madison, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Road R, Madison, KS was $3,660. The county assessed it at $47,738.

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