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$191,615$160 / 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 89How 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

38 E SANDY RIDGE RD

COLUMBUS, NE 68601
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,196 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.
1979
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

$192K
$170K low$213K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$592 (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.$183,395 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$150,395
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$183,395
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$183,395

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.25 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.1 percent flood zone

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.Single Story
CountyPolk
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2015
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Deck · 128 ft²Shed · 140 ft²Patio · 588 ft²

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

E
Osceola Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 13.4 mi
H
Osceola High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.6 mi
M
Osceola Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 13.6 mi

District: Osceola Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68601These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.30,888
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.107 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,532
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,181
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.66%

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How this home compares

38 E Sandy Ridge Rd 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 75% of homes in Columbus 68601
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Polk County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Polk County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Columbus 68601

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

This home
$113K$629K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Columbus 68601.

How it measures up in Columbus 68601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbus 68601.

Estimated value$191,615
CheaperTypical $247,457Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$160
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,196 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,370 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 38 E Sandy Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbus 68601Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$191,61525% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16029% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,196 ft²37% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than197963% of homes76% of homes

About 38 E Sandy Ridge Rd

How much is 38 E Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 E Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE is $191,615 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $170,468 to $212,762. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 38 E Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE?

38 E Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,196 square feet of living space.

When was 38 E Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE built?

38 E Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a single story home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 38 E Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE?

38 E Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE is assigned to Osceola Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Osceola High School (high), rated B; Osceola Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Osceola Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 E Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE compare to other homes in Columbus 68601?

Among the 11,175 homes in Columbus 68601, it is worth more than 25% of them ($191,615 against a typical $247,457), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($160 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,196 ft² against a typical 1,370 ft²) and it is newer than 63% of them (1979 against a typical 1973). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 38 E Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE?

The 2024 property tax bill for 38 E Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE was $592. The county assessed it at $183,395.

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