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$126,927$125 / 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 87How 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
Last sold for $114,900 on Aug 16, 2024

511 COTTONWOOD ST

EMPORIA, KS 66801
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,016 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1911
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$127K
$111K low$143K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$114,900 · Aug 16, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,163 (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.$14,487 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,188
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,299
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,666
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$125,970

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
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.
50
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.Bungalow
CountyLYON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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.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.Deck · 66 ft²Shed · 80 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
William Allen White Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Emporia High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
M
Emporia Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.1 mi

District: Emporia Unified School District 253

Neighborhood · ZIP 66801These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.27,509
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.83 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,608
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,700
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

511 Cottonwood 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 68% of homes in Lyon County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Lyon County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Emporia 66801

What homes are worth in Emporia 66801

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

This home
$46K$508K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Emporia 66801.

How it measures up in Emporia 66801

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Emporia 66801.

Estimated value$126,927
CheaperTypical $167,296Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$125
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,016 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,282 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1911
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 511 Cottonwood St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEmporia 66801Lyon County
Estimated valuepricier than$126,92733% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12546% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than1,016 ft²24% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac55% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than191114% of homes15% of homes

About 511 Cottonwood St

How much is 511 Cottonwood St, Emporia, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 511 Cottonwood St, Emporia, KS is $126,927 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $110,722 to $143,132. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 511 Cottonwood St, Emporia, KS last sell?

511 Cottonwood St, Emporia, KS last sold on Aug 16, 2024 for $114,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 511 Cottonwood St, Emporia, KS?

511 Cottonwood St, Emporia, KS has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,016 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 511 Cottonwood St, Emporia, KS built?

511 Cottonwood St, Emporia, KS was built in 1911, making it 115 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 511 Cottonwood St, Emporia, KS?

511 Cottonwood St, Emporia, KS is assigned to William Allen White Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Emporia High School (high), rated C; Emporia Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Emporia Unified School District 253. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 511 Cottonwood St, Emporia, KS compare to other homes in Emporia 66801?

Among the 8,630 homes in Emporia 66801, it is worth more than 33% of them ($126,927 against a typical $167,296), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($125 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,016 ft² against a typical 1,282 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1911 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Lyon County, it is worth more than 32% 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 511 Cottonwood St, Emporia, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 511 Cottonwood St, Emporia, KS was $2,163. The county assessed it at $14,487.

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