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$88,421$55 / 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 91How 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 $406,300 on Oct 18, 2023

509 SW POLK ST

TOPEKA, KS 66603
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,598 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.
3,750 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$88K
$81K low$96K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$406,300 · Oct 18, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,031 (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.$7,863 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,063
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$68,370

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.38
36
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
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.
47
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.7 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
CountySHAWNEE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2019
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Deck · 70 ft²Patio · 374 ft²Porch · 56 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

H
Topeka High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Meadows Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Robinson Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Topeka Public Schools Unified School District 501

Neighborhood · ZIP 66603These 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.187
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.74%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
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.1,409
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,729 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$28,843
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$46,083
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

509 Sw Polk 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 less than 86% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Shawnee County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Shawnee County

What homes are worth in Topeka 66603

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

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$34K$232K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Topeka 66603.

How it measures up in Topeka 66603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topeka 66603.

Estimated value$88,421
CheaperTypical $73,524Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$55
CheaperTypical $51Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,598 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,486 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size3,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 509 Sw Polk St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWard MeadeTopeka 66603Shawnee County
Estimated valuepricier than$88,42149% of homes70% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5528% of homes58% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,598 ft²63% of homes56% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,750 ft²20% of homes26% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than190033% of homes42% of homes3% of homes

About 509 Sw Polk St

How much is 509 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS is $88,421 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $80,705 to $96,137. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS last sell?

509 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS last sold on Oct 18, 2023 for $406,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 509 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS?

509 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,598 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 509 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS built?

509 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 509 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS?

509 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS is assigned to Topeka High School (high), rated C; Meadows Elementary School (elementary), 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 509 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS compare to other homes in Topeka 66603?

Among the 435 homes in Topeka 66603, it is worth more than 70% of them ($88,421 against a typical $73,524), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($55 against a typical $51), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,598 ft² against a typical 1,486 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (3,750 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1900 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Shawnee County, it is worth more than 14% 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 509 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 Sw Polk St, Topeka, KS was $1,031. The county assessed it at $7,863.

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