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$256,080$164 / 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 74How 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 $140,000 on Aug 31, 2017

501 ELK ST

RUSKIN, NE 68974
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,560 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.
1.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$256K
$190K low$322K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$140,000 · Aug 31, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,608 (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.$172,755 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,040
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$171,715
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$172,755
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$172,755

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
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
38
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
44
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
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
CountyNuckolls
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.12
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.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 135 ft²Shed · 824 ft²Porch · 64 ft²

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

E
Deshler Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 7.4 mi
M
Deshler High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 7.4 mi

District: Deshler Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68974These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.126
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,483
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,793
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.28 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

501 Elk St 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 82% of homes in Nuckolls County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Nuckolls County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Nuckolls County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Ruskin 68974

What homes are worth in Ruskin 68974

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

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$55K$441K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Ruskin 68974.

How it measures up in Ruskin 68974

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ruskin 68974.

Estimated value$256,080
CheaperTypical $200,699Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$164
CheaperTypical $115Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,560 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,508 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size1.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.69 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1915Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 501 Elk St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuskin 68974Nuckolls County
Estimated valuepricier than$256,08068% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16480% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,560 ft²55% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.12 ac61% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than198489% of homes89% of homes

About 501 Elk St

How much is 501 Elk St, Ruskin, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 501 Elk St, Ruskin, NE is $256,080 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $189,833 to $322,327. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 501 Elk St, Ruskin, NE last sell?

501 Elk St, Ruskin, NE last sold on Aug 31, 2017 for $140,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 501 Elk St, Ruskin, NE?

501 Elk St, Ruskin, NE has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,560 square feet of living space and a 1.12-acre lot.

When was 501 Elk St, Ruskin, NE built?

501 Elk St, Ruskin, NE was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 501 Elk St, Ruskin, NE?

501 Elk St, Ruskin, NE is assigned to Deshler Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Deshler High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Deshler Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 501 Elk St, Ruskin, NE compare to other homes in Ruskin 68974?

Among the 118 homes in Ruskin 68974, it is worth more than 68% of them ($256,080 against a typical $200,699), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($164 against a typical $115), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,560 ft² against a typical 1,508 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (1.12 ac against a typical 0.69 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (1984 against a typical 1915). Measured against all of Nuckolls County, it is worth more than 82% 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 501 Elk St, Ruskin, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 501 Elk St, Ruskin, NE was $2,608. The county assessed it at $172,755.

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