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$65,520
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 82How 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

4085 US HIGHWAY 281

RUSSELL, KS 67665
0
Baths
5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$66K
$54K low$77K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$65,520
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$52,416

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$606 (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.$3,856 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,651
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$205
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,879
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$33,530

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
60
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
39
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
7
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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyRussell
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.Shed · 144 ft²

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

M
Russell Junior-Senior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.7 mi
E
Simpson Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 3.0 mi

District: Russell County Unified School District 407

Neighborhood · ZIP 67665These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,323
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,527
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,234
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

4085 Us Highway 281 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 69% of homes in Russell 67665
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Russell 67665

What homes are worth in Russell 67665

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

This home
$17K$147K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Russell 67665.

How it measures up in Russell 67665

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Russell 67665.

Estimated value$65,520
CheaperTypical $49,014Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

How 4085 Us Highway 281 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRussell 67665Russell County
Estimated valuepricier than$65,52069% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac90% of homes86% of homes

About 4085 Us Highway 281

How much is 4085 Us Highway 281, Russell, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4085 Us Highway 281, Russell, KS is $65,520 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $53,999 to $77,041. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

What schools serve 4085 Us Highway 281, Russell, KS?

4085 Us Highway 281, Russell, KS is assigned to Russell Junior-Senior High School (middle), rated D+; Simpson Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Russell County Unified School District 407. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4085 Us Highway 281, Russell, KS compare to other homes in Russell 67665?

Among the 2,463 homes in Russell 67665, it is worth more than 69% of them ($65,520 against a typical $49,014) and its lot is bigger than 90% of them (5 ac against a typical 0.42 ac). Measured against all of Russell County, it is worth more than 68% 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 4085 Us Highway 281, Russell, KS?

The 2024 property tax bill for 4085 Us Highway 281, Russell, KS was $606. The county assessed it at $3,856.

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