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$151,647$146 / 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 86How 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

4609 SW WEST DR

TOPEKA, KS 66606
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,040 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.
0.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$152K
$130K low$173K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,114 (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.$15,128 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,128
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$131,540

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.37
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
39
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.
50
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.53
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.Block (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.Yes
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.Porch · 14 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Landon Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
McCarter Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Topeka West High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501

Neighborhood · ZIP 66606These 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.146
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.11,187
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,813 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,408
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,446
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

4609 Sw West 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 less than 65% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Topeka 66606
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Topeka 66606
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Topeka 66606

What homes are worth in Topeka 66606

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

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$59K$476K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Topeka 66606.

How it measures up in Topeka 66606

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topeka 66606.

Estimated value$151,647
CheaperTypical $144,249Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $119Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,313 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1933Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 4609 Sw West Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopeka 66606Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$151,64755% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14680% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²28% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac93% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than195077% of homes29% of homes

About 4609 Sw West Dr

How much is 4609 Sw West Dr, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4609 Sw West Dr, Topeka, KS is $151,647 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $129,975 to $173,319. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 4609 Sw West Dr, Topeka, KS?

4609 Sw West Dr, Topeka, KS has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,040 square feet of living space and a 0.53-acre lot.

When was 4609 Sw West Dr, Topeka, KS built?

4609 Sw West Dr, Topeka, KS was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4609 Sw West Dr, Topeka, KS?

4609 Sw West Dr, Topeka, KS is assigned to Landon Middle School (middle), rated B; McCarter Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Topeka West High School (high), rated C. All sit in Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4609 Sw West Dr, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66606?

Among the 4,085 homes in Topeka 66606, it is worth more than 55% of them ($151,647 against a typical $144,249), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($146 against a typical $119), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 1,313 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (0.53 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1950 against a typical 1933). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 35% 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 4609 Sw West Dr, Topeka, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4609 Sw West Dr, Topeka, KS was $2,114. The county assessed it at $15,128.

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