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$183,427$199 / 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
Last sold for $190,000 on Sep 27, 2023

520 S 1ST ST

SEWARD, NE 68434
2
Beds
3
Baths
924 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.
0.24 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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$183K
$167K low$200K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$190,000 · Sep 27, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,415 (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.$131,529 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,103
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$106,426
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$121,292
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$131,529

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.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
45
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
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
CountySeward
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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.Block (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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 224 ft²Patio · 286 ft²Porch · 122 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
Seward High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Seward Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.4 mi
M
Seward Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Seward Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68434These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
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.10,000
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.62 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,480
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,982
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.62%

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How this home compares

520 S 1st 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 89% of homes in Seward 68434
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Seward 68434
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Seward County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Seward 68434

What homes are worth in Seward 68434

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

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$127K$761K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Seward 68434.

How it measures up in Seward 68434

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Seward 68434.

Estimated value$183,427
CheaperTypical $304,377Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$199
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area924 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,452 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1911
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 520 S 1st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSeward 68434Seward County
Estimated valuepricier than$183,42711% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19939% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than924 ft²7% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac52% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than191113% of homes18% of homes

About 520 S 1st St

How much is 520 S 1st St, Seward, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 S 1st St, Seward, NE is $183,427 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $166,553 to $200,301. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 S 1st St, Seward, NE last sell?

520 S 1st St, Seward, NE last sold on Sep 27, 2023 for $190,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 520 S 1st St, Seward, NE?

520 S 1st St, Seward, NE has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 924 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 520 S 1st St, Seward, NE built?

520 S 1st St, Seward, NE was built in 1911, making it 115 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 S 1st St, Seward, NE?

520 S 1st St, Seward, NE is assigned to Seward High School (high), rated A; Seward Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Seward Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Seward Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 S 1st St, Seward, NE compare to other homes in Seward 68434?

Among the 3,204 homes in Seward 68434, it is worth more than 11% of them ($183,427 against a typical $304,377), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($199 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 7% of them (924 ft² against a typical 1,452 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1911 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Seward County, it is worth more than 17% 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 520 S 1st St, Seward, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 520 S 1st St, Seward, NE was $1,415. The county assessed it at $131,529.

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