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$377,231
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 88How 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

3985 KERN DR

MERRILL, WI 54452
0
Baths
4.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$377K
$331K low$423K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,715 (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.$338,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$290,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$338,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$428,128

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.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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 Residential
CountyMarathon
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.56
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

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

E
Maine Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.9 mi
H
Wausau West High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi
M
John Muir Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.6 mi

District: Wausau School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 54452These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.9

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.19,173
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.44 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,062
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,067
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°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

3985 Kern Dr 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 86% of homes in Merrill 54452
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Marathon County

What homes are worth in Merrill 54452

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

This home
$84K$555K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Merrill 54452.

How it measures up in Merrill 54452

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Merrill 54452.

Estimated value$377,231
CheaperTypical $217,717Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size4.56 ac
SmallerTypical 3.16 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

How 3985 Kern Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerrill 54452Marathon County
Estimated valuepricier than$377,23186% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.56 ac54% of homes85% of homes

About 3985 Kern Dr

How much is 3985 Kern Dr, Merrill, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3985 Kern Dr, Merrill, WI is $377,231 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $331,394 to $423,068. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

What schools serve 3985 Kern Dr, Merrill, WI?

3985 Kern Dr, Merrill, WI is assigned to Maine Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Wausau West High School (high), rated C+; John Muir Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Wausau School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3985 Kern Dr, Merrill, WI compare to other homes in Merrill 54452?

Among the 7,866 homes in Merrill 54452, it is worth more than 86% of them ($377,231 against a typical $217,717) and its lot is bigger than 54% of them (4.56 ac against a typical 3.16 ac). Measured against all of Marathon County, it is worth more than 79% 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 3985 Kern Dr, Merrill, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3985 Kern Dr, Merrill, WI was $5,715. The county assessed it at $338,900.

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