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$295,000$121 / 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 92How 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 $297,950 on Aug 13, 2026

4945 NW ROCHESTER RD

TOPEKA, KS 66617
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,440 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.
1.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$295K
$272K low$318K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$297,950 · Aug 13, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,698 (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.$29,239 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,426
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$254,250

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.40
22
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
46
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.
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.3 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.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.1.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.DeckPatio · 882 ft²Porch · 740 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.

H
Seaman High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
M
Seaman Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Northern Hills Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.0 mi

District: Seaman Unified School District 345

Neighborhood · ZIP 66617These 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.65
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 100.37

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
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.8,577
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.198 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,867
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,612
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

4945 Nw Rochester 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 more than 73% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Topeka 66617
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Topeka 66617
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Older than 73% of homes in Topeka 66617

What homes are worth in Topeka 66617

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

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$141K$664K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Topeka 66617.

How it measures up in Topeka 66617

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topeka 66617.

Estimated value$295,000
CheaperTypical $273,942Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$121
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area2,440 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,541 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size1.03 ac
SmallerTypical 1.15 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 4945 Nw Rochester Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopeka 66617Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$295,00058% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1218% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than2,440 ft²91% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.03 ac47% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than196227% of homes49% of homes

About 4945 Nw Rochester Rd

How much is 4945 Nw Rochester Rd, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4945 Nw Rochester Rd, Topeka, KS is $295,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $272,469 to $317,531. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4945 Nw Rochester Rd, Topeka, KS last sell?

4945 Nw Rochester Rd, Topeka, KS last sold on Aug 13, 2026 for $297,950, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4945 Nw Rochester Rd, Topeka, KS?

4945 Nw Rochester Rd, Topeka, KS has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,440 square feet of living space and a 1.03-acre lot.

When was 4945 Nw Rochester Rd, Topeka, KS built?

4945 Nw Rochester Rd, Topeka, KS was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4945 Nw Rochester Rd, Topeka, KS?

4945 Nw Rochester Rd, Topeka, KS is assigned to Seaman High School (high), rated B-; Seaman Middle School (middle), rated C+; Northern Hills Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Seaman Unified School District 345. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4945 Nw Rochester Rd, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66617?

Among the 3,327 homes in Topeka 66617, it is worth more than 58% of them ($295,000 against a typical $273,942), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($121 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,440 ft² against a typical 1,541 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (1.03 ac against a typical 1.15 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1962 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 73% 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 4945 Nw Rochester Rd, Topeka, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4945 Nw Rochester Rd, Topeka, KS was $3,698. The county assessed it at $29,239.

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