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$274,430$238 / 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 97How 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

509 W JOEL ST

LINCOLN, NE 68521
3
Beds
4 / 2
Baths
1,152 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$274K
$266K low$283K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,128 (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.$233,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$178,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$206,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$233,700

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
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.
20
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Split Foyer
CountyLancaster
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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.Yes
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, Built-in
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 100 ft²Patio · 100 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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Fredstrom Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Schoo Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
North Star High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Lincoln Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68521These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,313
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,797 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,444
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,589
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

509 W Joel 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 75% of homes in Highlands
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Highlands
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Highlands
  • Older than 90% of homes in Highlands

What homes are worth in Lincoln 68521

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

This home
$140K$587K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Lincoln 68521.

How it measures up in Lincoln 68521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lincoln 68521.

Estimated value$274,430
CheaperTypical $290,984Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$238
CheaperTypical $225Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,313 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 509 W Joel St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighlandsLincoln 68521Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$274,43025% of homes42% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23859% of homes59% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²23% of homes34% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac68% of homes67% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than197810% of homes22% of homes49% of homes

About 509 W Joel St

How much is 509 W Joel St, Lincoln, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 W Joel St, Lincoln, NE is $274,430 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $265,616 to $283,244. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 509 W Joel St, Lincoln, NE?

509 W Joel St, Lincoln, NE has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 509 W Joel St, Lincoln, NE built?

509 W Joel St, Lincoln, NE was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a split foyer home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 509 W Joel St, Lincoln, NE?

509 W Joel St, Lincoln, NE is assigned to Fredstrom Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Schoo Middle School (middle), rated C-; North Star High School (high), rated F. All sit in Lincoln Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 W Joel St, Lincoln, NE compare to other homes in Lincoln 68521?

Among the 10,856 homes in Lincoln 68521, it is worth more than 42% of them ($274,430 against a typical $290,984), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($238 against a typical $225), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,313 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1978 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 40% 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 W Joel St, Lincoln, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 W Joel St, Lincoln, NE was $4,128. The county assessed it at $233,700.

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