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$280,247$135 / 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 80How 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

516 I ST

CENTRAL CITY, NE 68826
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,072 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.
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

$280K
$224K low$336K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,226 (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.$197,055 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,650
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$174,405
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$194,005
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$197,055

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.37
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
42
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.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyMerrick
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)
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.Yes
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, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 24 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
Central City Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.3 mi
H
Central City High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Central City Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Central City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68826These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
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.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,071
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.29 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,442
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,728
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.62%

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How this home compares

516 I 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 more than 80% of homes in Central City 68826
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Central City 68826
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Merrick County
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Central City 68826

What homes are worth in Central City 68826

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

This home
$78K$446K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Central City 68826.

How it measures up in Central City 68826

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Central City 68826.

Estimated value$280,247
CheaperTypical $189,165Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$135
CheaperTypical $127Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area2,072 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,520 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 516 I St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral City 68826Merrick County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,24780% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13557% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than2,072 ft²80% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac30% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than197871% of homes70% of homes

About 516 I St

How much is 516 I St, Central City, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 516 I St, Central City, NE is $280,247 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $224,449 to $336,045. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 516 I St, Central City, NE?

516 I St, Central City, NE has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,072 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 516 I St, Central City, NE built?

516 I St, Central City, NE was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 516 I St, Central City, NE?

516 I St, Central City, NE is assigned to Central City Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Central City High School (high), rated C-; Central City Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Central City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 516 I St, Central City, NE compare to other homes in Central City 68826?

Among the 1,763 homes in Central City 68826, it is worth more than 80% of them ($280,247 against a typical $189,165), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($135 against a typical $127), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,072 ft² against a typical 1,520 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1978 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Merrick County, it is worth more than 77% 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 516 I St, Central City, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 516 I St, Central City, NE was $2,226. The county assessed it at $197,055.

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