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$126,386$110 / 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

518 S 2ND ST

HOWELLS, NE 68641
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,144 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.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$126K
$110K low$143K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$949 (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.$114,975 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,910
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$106,065
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$97,640
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$114,975

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.14
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
36
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountyCOLFAX
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.Concrete
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 · 84 ft²Porch · 28 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.

H
Howells Senior High SchoolC+
High · Grades 7–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Howells-Dodge Elementary School/Howells
Elementary · Grades PK–PK · 0.4 mi
M
Howells-Dodge Elementary School/DodgeB
Middle · Grades PK–6 · 6.3 mi

District: Howells-Dodge Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68641These 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.168
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.93%
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.8.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.962
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,612
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,978
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

518 S 2nd 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 81% of homes in Howells 68641
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Colfax County
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Howells 68641
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Howells 68641
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Howells 68641

What homes are worth in Howells 68641

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

This home
$67K$709K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Howells 68641.

How it measures up in Howells 68641

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Howells 68641.

Estimated value$126,386
CheaperTypical $192,953Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$110
CheaperTypical $127Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,144 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,585 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1928Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 518 S 2nd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHowells 68641Colfax County
Estimated valuepricier than$126,38619% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11038% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,144 ft²14% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac23% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than199989% of homes87% of homes

About 518 S 2nd St

How much is 518 S 2nd St, Howells, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 518 S 2nd St, Howells, NE is $126,386 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $110,249 to $142,523. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 518 S 2nd St, Howells, NE last sell?

518 S 2nd St, Howells, NE last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 518 S 2nd St, Howells, NE?

518 S 2nd St, Howells, NE has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,144 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 518 S 2nd St, Howells, NE built?

518 S 2nd St, Howells, NE was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 518 S 2nd St, Howells, NE?

518 S 2nd St, Howells, NE is assigned to Howells Senior High School (high), rated C+; Howells-Dodge Elementary School/Howells (elementary); Howells-Dodge Elementary School/Dodge (middle), rated B. All sit in Howells-Dodge Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 518 S 2nd St, Howells, NE compare to other homes in Howells 68641?

Among the 479 homes in Howells 68641, it is worth more than 19% of them ($126,386 against a typical $192,953), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($110 against a typical $127), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,144 ft² against a typical 1,585 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (1999 against a typical 1928). Measured against all of Colfax 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 518 S 2nd St, Howells, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 518 S 2nd St, Howells, NE was $949. The county assessed it at $114,975.

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