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$250,559$132 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

281 W CHESTNUT ST

BURLINGTON, WI 53105
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,904 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$251K
$237K low$264K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,975 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$209,400 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$190,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$209,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$210,052

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.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
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.
28
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
CountyRacine
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Dyer Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Karcher Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Burlington High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Burlington Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53105These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,023
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.202 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,063
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,634
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

281 W Chestnut 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.

  • Worth less than 88% of homes in Burlington 53105
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Burlington 53105
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Racine County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Burlington 53105
  • Older than 88% of homes in Racine County

What homes are worth in Burlington 53105

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

This home
$129K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Burlington 53105.

How it measures up in Burlington 53105

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 53105.

Estimated value$250,559
CheaperTypical $400,053Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$132
CheaperTypical $248Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,904 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,746 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 281 W Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurlington 53105Racine County
Estimated valuepricier than$250,55912% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1323% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,904 ft²60% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac19% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than191014% of homes12% of homes

About 281 W Chestnut St

How much is 281 W Chestnut St, Burlington, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 W Chestnut St, Burlington, WI is $250,559 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $236,733 to $264,385. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 281 W Chestnut St, Burlington, WI?

281 W Chestnut St, Burlington, WI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,904 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 281 W Chestnut St, Burlington, WI built?

281 W Chestnut St, Burlington, WI was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 W Chestnut St, Burlington, WI?

281 W Chestnut St, Burlington, WI is assigned to Dyer Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Karcher Middle School (middle), rated A+; Burlington High School (high), rated C. All sit in Burlington Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 W Chestnut St, Burlington, WI compare to other homes in Burlington 53105?

Among the 10,734 homes in Burlington 53105, it is worth more than 12% of them ($250,559 against a typical $400,053), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($132 against a typical $248), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,904 ft² against a typical 1,746 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1910 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Racine 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 281 W Chestnut St, Burlington, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 281 W Chestnut St, Burlington, WI was $2,975. The county assessed it at $209,400.

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