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$208,853$119 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $148,400 on Jan 31, 2007

2842 SW JAMES ST

TOPEKA, KS 66614
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,758 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$209K
$197K low$221K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$148,400 · Jan 31, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,853 (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.$21,943 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,168
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$190,810

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.41
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
52
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.51%
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.Ranch
CountySHAWNEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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, Attached
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.DeckPorch · 588 ft²

Transaction History(7)

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
McEachron Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
French Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Topeka West High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501

Neighborhood · ZIP 66614These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.29,236
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,755 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,752
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,806
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

2842 Sw James 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 85% of homes in Topeka 66614
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Topeka 66614

What homes are worth in Topeka 66614

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

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$86K$519K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Topeka 66614.

How it measures up in Topeka 66614

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topeka 66614.

Estimated value$208,853
CheaperTypical $238,361Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$119
CheaperTypical $159Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,758 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 2842 Sw James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopeka 66614Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$208,85338% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11915% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,758 ft²68% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac39% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than195915% of homes43% of homes

About 2842 Sw James St

How much is 2842 Sw James St, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2842 Sw James St, Topeka, KS is $208,853 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $196,826 to $220,880. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2842 Sw James St, Topeka, KS last sell?

2842 Sw James St, Topeka, KS last sold on Jan 31, 2007 for $148,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2842 Sw James St, Topeka, KS?

2842 Sw James St, Topeka, KS has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,758 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 2842 Sw James St, Topeka, KS built?

2842 Sw James St, Topeka, KS was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2842 Sw James St, Topeka, KS?

2842 Sw James St, Topeka, KS is assigned to McEachron Elementary School (elementary), rated C; French Middle School (middle), rated D+; Topeka West High School (high), rated D. All sit in Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2842 Sw James St, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66614?

Among the 10,899 homes in Topeka 66614, it is worth more than 38% of them ($208,853 against a typical $238,361), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($119 against a typical $159), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,758 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1959 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 51% 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 2842 Sw James St, Topeka, KS?

The 2024 property tax bill for 2842 Sw James St, Topeka, KS was $2,853. The county assessed it at $21,943.

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