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$201,776$119 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

515 S RAILROAD AVE

JEFFERSON, SD 57038
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,700 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.
0.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$202K
$185K low$218K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,404 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$145,451 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,898
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$118,553
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$145,451

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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyUNION
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.48
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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, 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

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
Elk Point-Jefferson Elementary - 02C+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 8.3 mi
H
Elk Point-Jefferson High School - 01A
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.3 mi
M
Elk Point-Jefferson Middle School - 03C+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.3 mi

District: Elk Point-Jefferson School District 61-7

Neighborhood · ZIP 57038These 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.160
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,883
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.71 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,064
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,338
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.27 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

515 S Railroad 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 79% of homes in Union County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Union County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Union County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Jefferson 57038

What homes are worth in Jefferson 57038

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

This home
$98K$1M

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Jefferson 57038.

How it measures up in Jefferson 57038

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Jefferson 57038.

Estimated value$201,776
CheaperTypical $271,212Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$119
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,700 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,665 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.48 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 515 S Railroad Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJefferson 57038Union County
Estimated valuepricier than$201,77630% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11915% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,700 ft²52% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.48 ac35% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than196222% of homes26% of homes

About 515 S Railroad Ave

How much is 515 S Railroad Ave, Jefferson, SD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 515 S Railroad Ave, Jefferson, SD is $201,776 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $185,318 to $218,234. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 515 S Railroad Ave, Jefferson, SD last sell?

515 S Railroad Ave, Jefferson, SD last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 515 S Railroad Ave, Jefferson, SD?

515 S Railroad Ave, Jefferson, SD has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,700 square feet of living space and a 0.48-acre lot.

When was 515 S Railroad Ave, Jefferson, SD built?

515 S Railroad Ave, Jefferson, SD was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 515 S Railroad Ave, Jefferson, SD?

515 S Railroad Ave, Jefferson, SD is assigned to Elk Point-Jefferson Elementary - 02 (elementary), rated C+; Elk Point-Jefferson High School - 01 (high), rated A; Elk Point-Jefferson Middle School - 03 (middle), rated C+. All sit in Elk Point-Jefferson School District 61-7. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 515 S Railroad Ave, Jefferson, SD compare to other homes in Jefferson 57038?

Among the 542 homes in Jefferson 57038, it is worth more than 30% of them ($201,776 against a typical $271,212), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($119 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,700 ft² against a typical 1,665 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.48 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1962 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Union County, it is worth more than 21% 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 515 S Railroad Ave, Jefferson, SD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 515 S Railroad Ave, Jefferson, SD was $2,404. The county assessed it at $145,451.

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