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$134,992
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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

501 SW FRANKLIN AVE

TOPEKA, KS 66606
0
Baths
1.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$135K
$123K low$147K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$33,161 (2025)

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.45
56
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
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.
48
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Garden Home
CountyShawnee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.16
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 1,190 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.

E
Meadows Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Topeka High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Robinson Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 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

501 Sw Franklin 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 71% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Among the largest lots in Greater Auburndale
  • Among the newest homes in Greater Auburndale

What homes are worth in Topeka 66606

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

This home
$61K$445K

This home is worth more than 42% 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$134,992
CheaperTypical $145,000Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size1.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1932Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 501 Sw Franklin Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGreater AuburndaleTopeka 66606Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$134,99237% of homes42% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.16 acalmost all homesalmost all homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than1981almost all homes95% of homes70% of homes

About 501 Sw Franklin Ave

How much is 501 Sw Franklin Ave, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 501 Sw Franklin Ave, Topeka, KS is $134,992 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $123,481 to $146,503. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 501 Sw Franklin Ave, Topeka, KS last sell?

501 Sw Franklin Ave, Topeka, KS last sold on Jul 3, 2013, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 501 Sw Franklin Ave, Topeka, KS built?

501 Sw Franklin Ave, Topeka, KS was built in 1981, making it 45 years old.

What schools serve 501 Sw Franklin Ave, Topeka, KS?

501 Sw Franklin Ave, Topeka, KS is assigned to Meadows Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Topeka High School (high), rated C; Robinson Middle School (middle), 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 501 Sw Franklin Ave, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66606?

Among the 4,085 homes in Topeka 66606, it is worth more than 42% of them ($134,992 against a typical $145,000), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (1.16 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (1981 against a typical 1932). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 29% 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 Sw Franklin Ave, Topeka, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 501 Sw Franklin Ave, Topeka, KS was $33,161.

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