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$158,964$154 / 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 80How 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
Last sold for $48,000 on Apr 4, 1985

409 MERTENS AVE

RACINE, WI 53405
0
Baths
1,031 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$159K
$127K low$191K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$48,000 · Apr 4, 1985

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,647 (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.$159,200 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$143,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$159,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$177,269

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.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyRacine
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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
Fratt Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Park High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Mitchell SchoolF
Middle · Grades KG–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Racine School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53405These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.9%
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.25,331
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,749 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,464
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,982
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

409 Mertens Ave 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 92% of homes in Racine County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Racine 53405
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Racine County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Racine County
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Island Park

What homes are worth in Racine 53405

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

This home
$124K$532K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Racine 53405.

How it measures up in Racine 53405

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Racine 53405.

Estimated value$158,964
CheaperTypical $226,291Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$154
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,031 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,276 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 409 Mertens Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIsland ParkRacine 53405Racine County
Estimated valuepricier than$158,96439% of homes12% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15432% of homes23% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,031 ft²53% of homes26% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac51% of homes30% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than195275% of homes60% of homes40% of homes

About 409 Mertens Ave

How much is 409 Mertens Ave, Racine, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 409 Mertens Ave, Racine, WI is $158,964 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $126,502 to $191,426. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 409 Mertens Ave, Racine, WI last sell?

409 Mertens Ave, Racine, WI last sold on Apr 4, 1985 for $48,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 409 Mertens Ave, Racine, WI?

409 Mertens Ave, Racine, WI has 1,031 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 409 Mertens Ave, Racine, WI built?

409 Mertens Ave, Racine, WI was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 409 Mertens Ave, Racine, WI?

409 Mertens Ave, Racine, WI is assigned to Fratt Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Park High School (high), rated C+; Mitchell School (middle), rated F. All sit in Racine School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 409 Mertens Ave, Racine, WI compare to other homes in Racine 53405?

Among the 9,114 homes in Racine 53405, it is worth more than 12% of them ($158,964 against a typical $226,291), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($154 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,031 ft² against a typical 1,276 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1952 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Racine County, it is worth more than 8% 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 409 Mertens Ave, Racine, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 409 Mertens Ave, Racine, WI was $3,647. The county assessed it at $159,200.

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