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$299,798$184 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

51 W SANDY RIDGE RD

COLUMBUS, NE 68601
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,628 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.
2003
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.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$300K
$274K low$326K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,334 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$299,385 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$266,385
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$307,410
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$299,385

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.26 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.1 percent flood zone

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.Single Story
CountyPolk
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.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Mixed
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 · 216 ft²Patio · 818 ft²Porch · 404 ft²

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

E
Osceola Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 13.4 mi
H
Osceola High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.5 mi
M
Osceola Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 13.5 mi

District: Osceola Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68601These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,888
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.107 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,532
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,181
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.66%

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How this home compares

51 W Sandy Ridge 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 91% of homes in Polk County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Polk County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Columbus 68601
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Columbus 68601

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

This home
$109K$655K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Columbus 68601.

How it measures up in Columbus 68601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbus 68601.

Estimated value$299,798
CheaperTypical $255,310Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$184
CheaperTypical $193Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,628 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,364 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 84% of homes nearby

How 51 W Sandy Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbus 68601Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$299,79864% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18444% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,628 ft²68% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than200384% of homes90% of homes

About 51 W Sandy Ridge Rd

How much is 51 W Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 51 W Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE is $299,798 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $273,579 to $326,017. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 51 W Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE last sell?

51 W Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE last sold on May 12, 2005, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 51 W Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE?

51 W Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,628 square feet of living space.

When was 51 W Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE built?

51 W Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. It is a single story home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 51 W Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE?

51 W Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE is assigned to Osceola Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Osceola High School (high), rated B; Osceola Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Osceola Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 51 W Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE compare to other homes in Columbus 68601?

Among the 11,175 homes in Columbus 68601, it is worth more than 64% of them ($299,798 against a typical $255,310), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($184 against a typical $193), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,628 ft² against a typical 1,364 ft²) and it is newer than 84% of them (2003 against a typical 1972). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 51 W Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE?

The 2024 property tax bill for 51 W Sandy Ridge Rd, Columbus, NE was $4,334. The county assessed it at $299,385.

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